Carlos Sainz, a key player in the current transfer market, was signed by Ferrari before the season began. He has since proven himself as a valuable driver, but a new contract is still pending. Rumors are circulating in the paddock that Williams is the latest team to show interest in Carlos Sainz.
Multiple sources have reported that Carlos Sainz’s team is in talks with Williams. The British team recently confirmed that Alexander Albon has a new contract for 2025, but the second seat is still up for grabs. When asked about a possible collaboration with Sainz, team boss James Vowles responded, “We are talking to certain drivers, but that remains strictly confidential.”
The Potential of Carlos Sainz for Williams
James Vowles, the chief strategist for Mercedes, acknowledged that Carlos Sainz could be a valuable addition to the Williams team. “He is an exceptional driver,” stated the 44-year-old Brit. “He has been among the elite for years – during his time at Toro Rosso, he was as fast as Max Verstappen, and at McLaren, he was on par with Lando Norris. It would be foolish not to consider him.”
The Future of Williams
As for the actual plans of Williams, Vowles could not divulge much. “Generally, I prefer to invest in young drivers,” he said. “However, we also need to consider what is best for the team. Therefore, I believe we should rely on expertise in the coming years. Williams is going to undergo significant changes, so it would be beneficial to have a driver who knows what it’s like to lead.”
In this regard, Sainz fits the bill for Williams – he has won several races with Ferrari and is now in his tenth season in Formula 1. Other contenders for Williams include Logan Sargeant, Valtteri Bottas, and Andrea Kimi Antonelli. The latter is a rookie in Formula 2 and, at 17 years old, a considerably youthful option. Bottas could make a comeback with the Grove team – his ten victories bring plenty of experience.
