WOLFF'S FEUD FOR THOUGHT

Merc boss keen on teaming up Russell with enemy Max

- BY DANIEL MOXON

GEORGE RUSSELL could be partnered with Formula One enemy Max Verstappen after Mercedes boss Toto Wolff confirmed he is still in talks with the Dutchman.

Verstappen is contracted to Red Bull until 2028 but has exit clauses and Wolff (below) confirmed yesterday he'd like to sign the four-time world champion.

That is despite Verstappen and Russell having had several furious clashes on track, with the Brit labelling the champion a "bully" and the Dutchman calling his rival a "d***head".

Wolff is no stranger to dealing with feuding team-mates after years of mediating between Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg. And he referred to that fiery partnership as he admitted he'd be happy to pair Verstappen with Russell.