George Russell's contract extension with Mercedes has stalled amid growing speculation over the team's strong links to Max Verstappen.

As Mercedes continue to be linked to Max Verstappen, it provides a dilemma that can be split three ways: if the four-time Formula 1 world champion is an option for the German manufacturer, what driver pairing is best for 2026?

GEORGE RUSSELL will be ringing rival F1 teams looking for a job in fear Max Verstappen is set to replace him at Mercedes, according to Martin Brundle. With tensions already high between the two