Rumours concerning a meeting between F1 champion Max Verstappen and Mercedes boss Toto Wolff have taken a new twist, according to recent reports.

The Red Bull star and Mercedes team principal were thought to be gathering in Sardinia, with F1’s rumour mill believing the duo had been caught out attempting to privately discuss terms for a new contract.

Wolff confirmed last month that he was interested in signing Verstappen as the champion’s future at the Milton Keynes-based squad remains uncertain, although the Dutchman is currently contracted to Red Bull until 2028.

However, in the aftermath of a hectic week at Red Bull which saw Christian Horner sacked immediately as team principal, eagle-eyed internet users tracked Verstappen’s private plane to the island, where his yacht “Unleash the Lion” was also spotted.

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Social media users have made a habit out of tracking Verstappen’s luxury aircraft, confirming via ‘X’ on Thursday that he had arrived back in the UK to head to the factory following the announcement of Horner’s exit.