
Alongside Aston Martin, Williams is expected to make some tough decisions when it comes to his lineup for the next season. The chances of George Russell driving for Mercedes next year are almost certain thanks to the lackluster performance of Valtteri Bottas and Nicholas Latifi.
But besides these two drivers, what are the best options for Williams? Lawrence Barretto lists them in an article on Formula1.com. The analyst starts with Russell and Latifi, but then quickly arrives at Valtteri Bottas. The Finn could switch from Mercedes to Williams in exchange for Russell. It would be a return to the old nest for the Finn.
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De Vries is not mentioned
But if de Vries, who will probably have to find another place at Mercedes when leaving Formula E after this season, is not mentioned, who is it? Danill Kvyat is a name that appears in the article.
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“The Russian, currently a reserve driver at Alpine, is eager to return to racing and has up-to-date F1 experience that would be valuable to the British team, which can now afford to make driver decisions based on talent.”
Options for Hulkenberg and Albon?
Barretto also mentions Nico Hülkenberg, who can also count on the interest of IndyCar and Alfa Romeo, and Alex Albon. Albon currently plays an important role in the background at Red Bull. Finally, one last interesting name: Guanyu Zhou.
“With limited opportunities at Alpine – he is part of their junior program – both Zhou’s team and Alpine management support his efforts to advance his career, even if that means with another team.”
Right now the main thing is to wait and see what will happen to Russell. If he goes to Mercedes there will be a domino effect.
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