Verstappen endorses idea of Red Bull return for Vettel
Max Verstappen has welcomed the prospect of Sebastian Vettel returning to Red Bull, particularly in a senior capacity.
Vettel, a four-time Formula One champion with Red Bull, is being considered as a potential successor to veteran consultant Helmut Marko.
Verstappen stated that someone who achieved so much with Red Bull, like Vettel, always has a spot available within the team.
Vettel confirmed that discussions about a potential role are ongoing, though not yet intensive.
Helmut Marko, whose contract with Red Bull extends until the end of next year, acknowledged that succession planning, including Vettel, is a current topic of discussion.
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