Bottas shy but “excited” about the F1 future amid Alfa Romeo connections | F1

On Wednesday, Raikkonen announced his retirement from Formula 1 and left a vacancy with the Hinwil team.

Since George Russell is expected to drive with Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes, Bottas is expected to move to Alfa Romeo.

In the run-up to the Dutch Grand Prix this weekend, Bottas remained cautious about his future, but announced that there will be no announcement this weekend.

“Maybe I’ll do that, maybe not, just like at Spa,” said Bottas. “Things are going in the right direction, I’m happy and excited.”

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During his entire time at Mercedes, Bottas only had one-year contracts with an option to extend.

The Finn is aiming for a multi-year contract to give him much-needed security which in turn will help him be on the right track instead of worrying about his future during the season.

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“A multi-year contract would be nice, I’ve never had anything like it in Formula 1,” added Bottas. “So I was definitely able to fully support the team because I know that the work will continue.

“It has to be a challenge, it has to be exciting, it has to be fun, in an atmosphere in which I would really like to work. I think these are really the most important things I look forward to. As I said, I still have a few more years in Formula 1. I really want to continue in Formula 1. “

Ahead of the Dutch GP this weekend, Bottas is fourth in the championship, having not won since Russia last year.

Given the balance of power at the front, he expects Red Bull to have an advantage.

“I think it’s a pretty good track for Red Bull without a doubt,” he said. “Your car is always good while it’s a bit more stable on these corners, but we’ll find out. On paper it’s all about and we will fight for victory. “