Valtteri Bottas’ Mercedes exit confirmed as Finn joins Alfa Romeo for 2022

Lewis Hamilton has spoken repeatedly of his preference for Bottas to stay, but the Mercedes hierarchy have looked to the future by hiring the highly talented George Russell
Valtteri Bottas’ Mercedes exit confirmed as Finn joins Alfa Romeo for 2022

Valtteri Bottas is heading to Alfa Romeo (Francisco Seco, Pool/AP)

Valtteri Bottas’ departure from Mercedes has been confirmed – clearing the way for British driver George Russell to join Lewis Hamilton.

Bottas will make the switch to Alfa Romeo in 2022 after five seasons alongside Hamilton at the Silver Arrows.

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