It's not just the drivers that are making this season lively: Ferrari has also been involved in high-profile negotiations on the technical front. After confirming the arrival of Lewis Hamilton for 2025, the Scuderia attempted to bring Adrian Newey, the famous ex-Red Bull designer, to Maranello: however, as team principal Frederic Vasseur explained, differences in vision prevented an agreement from being reached. Now Newey is preparing for a new adventure with Aston Martin, with the official announcement expected on September 10.
Vasseur, too many differences with Newey
In an interview with L'Equipe, Frederic Vasseur revealed the details of the failed negotiations with Newey, explaining how the conversations immediately highlighted a difference in views.We had several meetings with Adrian, but it was clear that we did not share the same philosophy on how to develop the team and the car.”, said Vasseur. “Adrian is a design genius, but it was clear that his ideas did not coincide with ours. We prefer to build a team where each member works towards a common goal.” With these words, Vasseur highlighted the need for internal coherence and unity of purpose for the future success of the Prancing Horse.
Ferrari looks ahead with a new technical setup
After failing to reach an agreement with Newey, Ferrari has chosen to focus on new key figures for its technical department. The recent appointment of Loic Serra as the new technical director represents an important step for the team. Serra, with a consolidated experience at Mercedes, has the task of guiding the future development of the single-seater. Serra's arrival also marks the departure of Enrico Cardile, who will join Aston Martin for a new professional adventure. "We are confident in the choice to renew our internal team," said Vasseur, "and we believe that this reorganization will allow us to compete at the highest levels."
A championship that is heated and open to any result
On the track, Ferrari remains immersed in a tight fight for the title, in one of the most uncertain championships of recent years. “The battle is very intense,” commented Vasseur. “There are eight drivers capable of winning and our team is fully involved in the competition. We are challenging Red Bull, McLaren and other strong teams, but with our new technical set-up we are confident we can stay in the race until the end.” Every point in a three-way fight can make the difference. Every race is an opportunity to grow. And Ferrari is continuing to do so, as demonstrated by the recent victory achieved in Monza.
Despite the difficulties and the failed negotiations, Vasseur is optimistic about Ferrari's future: "We have a united and determined working group, and we are ready to fight until the last lap. We know that the road will be demanding, but with the new technical structure and the mentality that distinguishes us, I am convinced that we can achieve great goals."
Source statements: FormulaPassion
