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Instead, Hamilton revealed on Thursday that he is on the verge of finalizing a new contract with his current team, Mercedes.
Formula One's most successful driver, Lewis Hamilton, has categorically denied any talks with Ferrari regarding a potential move to the Italian team.
Instead, Hamilton revealed on Thursday that he is on the verge of finalizing a new contract with his current team, Mercedes.
As the seven-time world champion's contract is set to expire at the end of the season, speculations have been rife about his future in the sport.
However, Hamilton dismissed the rumours, stating, "My team is working closely behind the scenes with (team boss) Toto (Wolff), we are almost at the end of having a contract ready."
Hamilton, addressing reporters ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix, expressed his relief at no longer having to handle negotiations on his own, a process he described as stressful.
He added, "Having a team focus on that so I can just do my job, it's a much better position than I was in before."
When asked directly about contact with Ferrari, the British driver promptly replied with a simple "no."
Furthermore, Ferrari team boss, Fred Vasseur, confirmed that there have been no discussions between the two parties.
Vasseur acknowledged the appeal of having Hamilton in their line-up but clarified that no offer had been made.
Reports had emerged earlier suggesting that Ferrari was preparing a £40 million ($50.48 million) deal to secure Hamilton alongside Charles Leclerc.
While some publications hinted at a "foundation of truth" in the story, Hamilton reiterated that unless news comes from him directly, it should be treated as speculation.
Hamilton brushed off the recent media attention, suggesting that the cancellation of the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix due to flooding may have led to exaggerated reporting. I
nstead, he remained focused on finalizing the talks with Mercedes, hoping for a swift resolution in the coming weeks.
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