George Russell says a new Mercedes contract must be "done right" but does not expect negotiations to run into the post-season.

Russell is the most high-profile F1 driver without a confirmed seat for 2026 and speculation about his future has gone on throughout the summer after Max Verstappen confirmed in July he would not be joining Mercedes, despite talks between his camp and Toto Wolff.

Wolff stated at the end of August that a new contract for Russell was "a formality" and Sky Sports News understands talks between the parties have been advancing towards a multi-year deal which would see him stay at the team until at least the end of 2027.

"I think for for any driver, when you get to a certain point in your career, things have be done right," said Russell ahead of this weekend's Singa

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