The F1 paddock is abuzz, and not just with the roar of engines at this weekend’s British Grand Prix. Whispers have turned into full-blown speculation about a potential blockbuster move that could send shockwaves through the sport: Max Verstappen to Mercedes.

Max Verstappen, who is currently signed with Red Bull, is in talks with Mercedes over changing sides, according to The Guardian. The negotiations have reportedly intensified leading up to this weekend's British Grand Prix.

McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown has shared his concerns about Max Verstappen's potential move to the Mercedes F1 team, saying he would be a bigger threat than he is at Red Bull. George Russell recently admitted that his contract extension was on hold amid ongoing talks between Mercedes and Verstappen.