Add Lando Norris to the Red Bull discussion as the team deals with a “luxury problem.”.

After Helmut Marko discussed the “luxury problem” they are having, Red Bull reportedly “postponed” their search for Lando Norris until 2025.

Even though his teammate signed a new contract in the lead-up to the Singapore Grand Prix, Norris, who is only 23 years old, is one of the most sought-after drivers in Formula 1.
There is still speculation about where the Brit will be competing in a few years.

His current McLaren contract is up at the end of 2025, but there have been more rumors that Red Bull may be looking to sign him.

Red Bull reportedly postponed the talks with Lando Norris.

According to Blick journalist Roger Benoit, the Milton Keynes team has delayed any potential pursuit of Norris until the 2025 season in order to concentrate on their current pairing of Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez.

At least five drivers are vying for the team’s four seats, according to Helmut Marko, who also described it as a “luxury problem.”.

“Our luxury problem is almost a problem.
The reserve and simulator driver for four cars will be the person who doesn’t drive in our B team next season, according to Marko.

How much of an interest is Lando Norris to Red Bull?

Red Bull is keeping a low profile in regards to how serious their interest is.

Red Bull team manager Christian Horner responded when asked about potential interest in the driver, “Lando is a great driver, there’s no doubt about that.
His potential is growing, as you can see.
However, since he drives for McLaren, you must abide by all contracts.
He is excelling in the sport, and we have already confirmed our drivers for 2024.

We have one seat open in 2025, and as you can imagine, there is a lot of interest in that seat, but it’s a long way off at the moment.
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Red Bull, in particular Horner, has always been confident Perez will remain in the seat at least until his contract expires next year, in spite of rumors to the contrary.

Horner said, “Checo’s situation for next year is clear.
“He drives for Red Bull Racing.
With him, we have a deal.

No matter the agreements, we are happy with the work he is doing.
You saw his performance today; unfortunately, the pitlane speed limiter cost him a five-second penalty, which caused him to finish fourth instead of first.

“He’s second in the world championship, and he’s the only driver besides Max to have taken home a victory at a Grand Prix this year.

“When the barometer is so high on the other side, it’s easy to pick on him, but he’ll be our driver in 2024,” said the speaker.
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As for Norris, it is obvious that staying with his “home” team is crucial to his decision-making.
Norris reiterated his desire to “win in papaya” in an August interview with Sky Sports F1.
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“In the back of my mind, there’s that impatient game of, ‘do I sit it out for another few years, or is it time to look at something different?'” Norris remarked.

With McLaren, I want to win races.
I wish to achieve success in papaya and win titles. I want to succeed and work with McLaren to accomplish my objectives.
Since I arrived here and joined this team to compete in Formula 1, that has been my goal.
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Norris’ current contract, which runs through the end of 2025, is up, and McLaren are adamant in their stance, with Zak Brown insisting Norris will see it out.

What happens next remains to be seen, but having signed one of their stars to a long-term contract, McLaren will be hoping they can persuade Norris to do the same.