Helmut Marko has confirmed that there is a clause within Max Verstappen’s contract that allows his to leave the team if certain performance quotas are not met.
“As in every Formula 1 contract, there are clauses if certain success quality criteria are not met,” Marko said.
“These are also included in Max's contract. I don't think an incomprehensible amount of money is an issue for Max.
“If we are not in a position to provide him with a car that is capable of winning…of course he's interested in success as a racing driver. You don't get any younger,” he continued.
“And if he doesn't see the light with Red Bull and these criteria come into play, then it's quite clear that he'll look around. But where would there be something better?"