Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies says the team has been contacted by “good drivers” about potential future seats. In comments reported by Sky Sports and Sky News, Mekies indicates that these inquiries come as Red Bull considers its driver options. However, he emphasizes that the priority remains improving the car’s performance further to keep Max Verstappen within the team. Mekies frames driver interest as an ongoing aspect of Formula 1, while linking any future planning to on-track competitiveness. The reports do not specify which drivers have made contact, how formal the discussions are, or what timeline Red Bull is working to for any decision. Instead, the focus is on the balance between attracting or retaining talent and delivering additional pace improvements needed to maintain Verstappen’s motivation and performance. Overall, both outlets present the same core message: Red Bull is hearing from potential drivers, but Mekies believes continued performance progress is central to ensuring Verstappen’s future at the team.