Helmut Marko thinks Lewis Hamilton is unhappy that Max Verstappen earns more than him – and could be tempted to join Ferrari as a result.
Financial experts Forbes revealed late last year that the Dutchman had overtaken his Formula 1 rival on the list of the world's highest-earning sports stars. Hamilton is believed to have a higher base salary at £45.6m, but bonuses saw Verstappen rake in a total of £49.8m over the same 12-month period.
Hamilton's future is a major talking point at the moment. He has expressed a desire to continue with Mercedes but has yet to sign a new contract, while Ferrari have reportedly prepared a £40m contract offer to tempt the seven-time world champion to join them.
