McLaren ‘considering’ Sebastian Vettel as one of three Daniel Ricciardo replacements | F1 | Sports

And the BBC claim Vettel is one of three drivers McLaren are taking a closer look at to replace Ricciardo. The report states Vettel, who is out of contract with Aston Martin at the end of the season, has been ‘mentioned in connection’ with the team.

Alex Albon is also named as a ‘possibility’ given his impressive return to F1 with Williams this year after losing his seat at Red Bull last season. IndyCar driver Colton Herta will also test drive for McLaren this week, Andreas Seidl has confirmed.

Ricciardo’s contract currently runs until the end of the 2023 season – the same time Herta’s deal with Andretti Autosport expires. McLaren’s interest in signing up Herta could see Ricciardo maintain his seat for one more year.