Christian Horner is still seeking a return to the F1 grid in the near future and is now actively engaged in talks with one team in particular, according to a report.
Horner, the long-time team principal at Red Bull, was dismissed from his position at the Milton Keynes-based earlier in the campaign.
READ MORE: Christian Horner in talks with F1 team over sensational return - report
Max Verstappen reveals new F1 driver number
Max Verstappen has confirmed he will enter the 2026 F1 season with a new driver number.
Having used the number '1' across the last four campaigns as the reigning champion, Verstappen is ineligible to use it next year after Lando Norris won the title earlier this month.
F1 issue key update ahead of 2026 rule shake-up
The 2026 F1 cars are just over one month away from hitting the track for the first time at the first pre-season test from Barcelona.
The challengers are being built under a fresh set of technical regulations with some key changes being the inclusion of active aerodynamics and a revamped power unit.
Charles Leclerc delivers firm Lewis Hamilton verdict after Ferrari disappointment
Charles Leclerc has denied he has concerns over Lewis Hamilton's motivation following his difficult opening campaign with Ferrari.
The seven-time champion made the switch from Mercedes at the start of the year as he looked to commence a new career chapter.
READ MORE: Charles Leclerc delivers firm Lewis Hamilton verdict after Ferrari disappointment
Lando Norris makes 'happy' Max Verstappen claim: 'I honestly don't care about that'
Lando Norris is adamant that beating Max Verstappen to the F1 drivers' championship is not a newfound source of happiness for him, but rather that his title will bring joy to those around him.
The McLaren driver insists he does not care about triumphing over the Dutchman by two points to claim his maiden crown, which dethroned the four-time champion in the process.
READ MORE: Lando Norris makes 'happy' Max Verstappen claim: 'I honestly don't care about that
McLaren issued impossible F1 driver warning: 'That is going to be an issue'
Former F1 driver Derek Daly believes McLaren will not be able to sustain its approach to managing its drivers going forward.
Both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were left free to fight for the title this year as McLaren commenced the year at the head of the pecking order.
READ MORE: McLaren issued impossible F1 driver warning: 'That is going to be an issue'
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