Watch: Max Verstappen squashes Mercedes rumors, claims he will stay at Red Bull till 2028

The reigning world champion seems to be happy with the team as of this moment. Despite the unrest that still continues in Red Bull, it looks as if he has planned on staying with the team, till the end of his contract in 2028. The future prospects, however, are still a mystery, as the new regulation that would be introduced in 2026 can make Red Bull the best or worst team on the grid. Verstappen has confirmed many a times in the past that he doesn’t want to drive for a slow team.

Max Verstappen calls Red Bull as his second family

There has been a lot of turmoil at Red Bull, ever since the Horner controversy came to light. The team is dealing with unrest due to the internal politics and power struggle within the team. The team’s ace Max Verstappen has been surrounded by possible move speculations since then. But despite the chaos, the Dutchman has shown his affection towards the team.  

I've always felt comfortable (at Red Bull) because for me it's like a second family. In a family, there might sometimes be, how would you say, not disagreements, but in families you can't choose family, you can choose friends. Max Verstappen said.

Verstappen joined Red Bull following his 2015 Formula One debut. In 2021, he won his first championship with the team and became the youngest world champion in history. They have stuck by each other through good times and bad. Verstappen is pleased with the team, and they are cooperating and paying attention to the team’s results.