Speculation continues to grow around the possibility of Oscar Piastri joining Ferrari in 2027. Adding fuel to the fire, Mark Webber has also commented on the rumors, sparking excitement among the Tifosi.
It is not only Max Verstappen being considered for the post-Hamilton era. Reports suggest that Ferrari has also set its sights on Oscar Piastri for 2027, the year expected to mark the end of the partnership with the former Mercedes driver. Lewis Hamilton’s contract expires at the end of next season, and it will be up to the seven-time world champion to decide whether he wishes to extend it further or not.
For this reason, the Maranello team does not want to be caught unprepared and is said to have already started exploring potential options with other top drivers. Among these candidates are Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri, while in the background remains Ferrari junior Oliver Bearman, who is getting ready for the big step after gaining valuable experience with Haas.
Mark Webber’s words ignite the driver market
Meanwhile, recent comments from Mark Webber, the manager of the McLaren driver, have fueled the enthusiasm of Ferrari fans. “For the moment he has to remain focused on McLaren. He must continue to grow and, even if Ferrari might represent a final destination for him, he still has to win the World Championship. If he manages to do that, his future will be assured. In the meantime, he should also improve his Italian,” said the former F1 driver in quotes collected by RMC Motori.
Words like these are certainly enough to set the driver market buzzing. The Australian talent would undoubtedly represent a major coup for the Scuderia. However, for now, Ferrari remains focused on providing Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton with a car capable of fighting for the championship in 2026.
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