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.

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has said Max Verstappen still intends to stay with the team for next year despite speculation about a move to Mercedes which would shake up Formula 1.

Red Bull principal Christian Horner confirmed there are performance clauses in Max Verstappen's contract, but he reiterated his faith in being able to keep the Dutchman with the team