The mounting tension between Leclerc and the team has fueled speculation about his future at Ferrari. Former World Champion Damon Hill and Ralf Schumacher have mentioned Aston Martin as a possible destination for Leclerc. Additionally, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has acknowledged his interest in Leclerc as a long-term driver option, considering that Leclerc’s current contract with Ferrari runs until the end of 2024.
However, Leclerc provided an update ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, indicating that he intends to stay with the Scuderia. He revealed that discussions about a new contract with Ferrari have begun to take shape, albeit slowly. Leclerc emphasized his love for Ferrari and expressed his contentment with the team.