Aston Martin were swift to firmly deny the claim that Lawrence Stroll is planning a £1billion contract offer for Max Verstappen, but the response from the Dutchman's camp was more cryptic

Aston Martin are attempting to sign Max Verstappen from Red Bull in a deal worth around £1billion – by far the most lucrative in Formula 1 history. But former F1 champion Jacques Villeneuve has explained why the Dutchman will have no interest in joining the British team any time soon.

The rumor mill about the F1 driver market goes into overdrive during the annual winter break. While such rumors about Max Verstappen have become a norm, the latest one linking him to Aston Martin seems to be quite startling.

Max Verstappen’s team offered a coy response when asked about the Formula 1 champion’s links to Aston Martin. Verstappen has been indomitable at Red Bull, winning the last four driver’s titles, yet he has been linked with a stunning £1bn move to Aston Martin.

Max Verstappen's camp have issued a brief response to claims that Aston Martin are prepared to offer the Red Bull driver a contract worth £1billion

Linked to Aston Martin in a £1b deal, Max Verstappen's team didn't deny the reported swoop for his services with a simple "that's nice."

Aston Martin have made a bombshell claim to their sponsors suggesting that Max Verstappen 'will join' the team, according to reports. The four-time world champion is currently under contract with the Red Bull outfit until 2028,

If Max Verstappen would end up joining Aston Martin ahead of the 2026 season, one of their drivers under contract would have to give up their seat. According to the Daily Mail, it clear who that driver would be.