Amid growing speculation about Adrian Newey’s future, former Haas team boss Guenther Steiner has weighed in with his thoughts. Newey, whose designs have led to 25 world titles, is set to leave Red Bull by early 2025. Initially rumored to be joining Ferrari, reports now suggest Newey might be heading to Aston Martin instead.
Guenther Steiner acknowledges the allure of Aston Martin, especially considering their significant investments and recent personnel changes. Speaking to talkSPORT, Steiner commented, “Adrian is a genius at designing F1 cars. I don’t think he’s going to Ferrari, but what do I know? I think he doesn’t know himself where he’s going next.” Despite everyone expecting a move to Ferrari, Steiner remains doubtful. “Just because everyone thought he was going to Ferrari, doesn’t mean he will. Obviously, he’s looking around at what he wants to do next.”
Steiner speculated that Newey might prefer Aston Martin due to factors like location and a potentially irresistible offer. “Maybe the reason will be because he doesn’t want to go to Italy or he’s got an offer from Aston Martin that he cannot refuse?” He added, “I don’t know if he has made his mind up, because it’s really nice if everyone wants you, you don’t have to be in a rush to make a decision.”
According to Steiner, Ferrari’s current team structure might also be a deterrent. “They are building up a team with people already, so they have a plan in place and maybe there were promises made to people and Adrian wouldn’t fit?” He believes that Newey is in no hurry to decide and is carefully considering his options. “Adrian has nothing to prove to anybody. He just thinks about, ‘Where is the best for me? Where gives me the best future?’”
If Newey does join Aston Martin, Steiner believes he will likely be focusing on the 2026 car. “I think for sure if Adrian goes to Aston Martin, he will be working on the 2026 car, because the 2025 car is maybe too late for him to start on it anyway.”
Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton, who is set to join Ferrari in 2025, has expressed his desire to work with Newey. Asked ahead of the Miami Grand Prix about this possibility, Hamilton said, “Very much. Adrian’s got such a great history, track record and has just done an amazing job through his career in engaging with teams and the knowledge that he has and I think he would be an amazing addition.”
Hamilton praised Ferrari’s current team but emphasized that working with Newey would be a privilege. “I think they’ve already got a great team. They’re already making huge progress, strides forwards. Their car is quicker this year. But yeah, it would be a privilege to work with him. If I was to do a list of people that I’d love to work with, he would absolutely be at the top of it.”
As rumors swirl and decisions loom, the F1 community watches closely. Newey’s next move could significantly impact the landscape, especially with Aston Martin’s ambitious projects on the horizon.
While nothing is set in stone, Adrian Newey’s potential move to Aston Martin seems more likely than a Ferrari stint. This shift could reshape team dynamics and strategies in the coming seasons, leaving fans eagerly awaiting official announcements.
