Leclerc confirms rival teams made approaches before he extended with Ferrari
Leclerc revealed that rival teams made approaches handled by his manager before he accepted a fresh long‑term deal at Ferrari; he cited Vasseur and Ferrari’s programme as reasons to remain.
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• “My manager is here to let me know…what are the other opportunities…so, yes, there were other opportunities,” Leclerc said.
• He stated he did not have direct personal talks with rival teams; Nicolas Todt conducted those discussions.
• Leclerc said talks with Ferrari concluded quickly and he signed again because he believes in the project and Fred Vasseur.
• Formula1News reports approaches/interest were explored regarding Mercedes, McLaren and Aston Martin but Leclerc ultimately stayed with Ferrari.
• The article notes Leclerc’s existing long‑term deal (signed Jan 2024) and that competitive progress influenced his decision to remain.
• Leclerc reaffirmed his goal to become world champion with Ferrari.