An F1 journalist has proposed a wild theory regarding who should replace Sergio Perez at Red Bull. Perez has failed to win a race this term and sits eighth in the world championship, the last driver of the top four teams.

Martin Brundle believes Sergio Perez won’t be at the wheel of a Red Bull in F1 2025, with the Mexican close to being a “passenger” in the team. Perez has struggled for form and consistency throughout F1 2024,

Despite having secured a contract for his future, it is highly uncertain whether Sergio Perez will continue to compete for Red Bull Racing in Formula 1 next season. Liam Lawson and Franco Colapinto are seen as potential successors to Max Verstappen's teammate.

Red Bull are soon set to give one Formula 1 star the chance to impress in their machinery, it has been claimed. The claim comes as rumours swirl over Sergio Perez's future within the team, despite the Mexican having a contract for next season.