Charles Leclerc has brushed aside reports linking him with Mercedes, insisting that he remains “fully committed” to Ferrari and achieving his dream of winning a world championship for the famous marque.

Leclerc’s future came under scrutiny in the Italian press during the April break, with the Monegasque and Ferrari enduring a difficult start to the 2023 season – one that is yet to yield a podium for driver or team.

However, when asked about the speculation, and whether he has spoken to Mercedes, Leclerc said: “No, not yet, not for the moment. For now, I am fully focused on the project I am in today, which is Ferrari. I fully trust and I am confident for the future, then we will see, but I am fully confident for the project of Ferrari.

“I’m fully committed to Ferrari and I love Ferrari. It has always been a dream for me to be in this team, and my main priority is to win a world championship with this team, so it’s not something in my mind.”

 

Pushed if there has been any contact at all with Mercedes boss Toto Wolff, Leclerc – whose current deal runs through 2024l  – stood firm, adding: “No. Zero, zero, really zero. You [the media] all smile because you don’t believe me, but I promise."

The rumours come amid ongoing discussions between Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes over a contract extension, with the 38-year-old yet to be confirmed alongside George Russell for 2024.