Mercedes offered Russell 30 million pounds a year.
Mercedes team is close to signing a new multi-year contract with George Russell. According to Daily Mail, in recent weeks, the parties have agreed on the main terms of the agreement.
Under the new contract, George Russell's salary will be around 30 million pounds sterling per year. With this figure, he will be on par with drivers such as Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris.
It is expected that the parties will sign the new agreement soon after all non-racing-related issues are settled. For example, the number of sponsored events he must attend annually. According to Daily Mail, George is insisting on reducing their number.
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Mercedes offered Russell 30 million pounds a year.
The Mercedes team is close to signing a new multi-year contract with George Russell.