F1 pundit Martin Brundle has warned Mercedes that they could risk alienating their star driver over their pursuit of Max Verstappen. George Russell has been very publicly waiting to be offered a new contract by his team, while they chase after the reigning world champion as a possible upgrade.

Max Verstappen, who is currently signed with Red Bull, is in talks with Mercedes over changing sides, according to The Guardian. The negotiations have reportedly intensified leading up to this weekend's British Grand Prix.

McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown has shared his concerns about Max Verstappen's potential move to the Mercedes F1 team, saying he would be a bigger threat than he is at Red Bull. George Russell recently admitted that his contract extension was on hold amid ongoing talks between Mercedes and Verstappen.