Helmut Marko has confirmed Crimson Bull are in talks with former McLaren junior Alex Dunne.
On Thursday, McLaren introduced that that they had launched Dunne from their junior F1 programme.
In a press release, they wrote: “It has been a pleasure to work with Alex over the past yr and to contribute to his progress as a driver.
“We want Alex all one of the best for his profession going ahead.”
Dunne has impressed throughout his rookie season in FIA Formulation 2 and at present sits fifth within the drivers’ standings.
The Irish driver additionally had two outings for McLaren in FP1 classes earlier this yr, standing out as a prospect for the long run.
Now that Dunne has been launched, he’s free to affix one other staff.
Even earlier than McLaren’s announcement, there was hypothesis linking Dunne to the Crimson Bull junior programme.
Marko, who’s accountable for it, confirmed to BBC Sport that negotiations are ongoing.
The 82-year-old additionally praised Dunne, describing him as “very like a Crimson Bull driver.”
Marko mentioned: “We’re in discussions, now that he’s free. He’s very aggressive, quick and has good automotive management.
“He’s making a number of errors as nicely, for the time being. However he’s very like a Crimson Bull driver.”
Crimson Bull’s driver resolution for 2026
Three of the 4 Crimson Bull seats can be found for subsequent yr.
The id of Max Verstappen’s teammate at Crimson Bull continues to be unclear.
Isack Hadjar
Nonetheless, Isack Hadjar is anticipated to be promoted following a powerful rookie season.
Yuki Tsunoda is anticipated to depart the Crimson Bull household, whereas Liam Lawson is hopeful of remaining at Crimson Bull.
It stays to be seen whether or not Dunne will do one other season in F2 or get an F1 shot in 2026.
