For months, rumors of internal tensions have been circulating at Ferrari, fueled by fluctuating results, questionable tactical choices, and an environment that seems incapable of finding stability, despite the arrival of Lewis Hamilton in 2025, which initially brought enthusiasm and hope. However, the coexistence between the experienced British driver and Vasseur has not been without its difficulties. According to sources close to the team, certain technical and managerial disagreements have undermined mutual trust. Added to this are the recent incidents in the pits during qualifying and the questionable management of race strategies, which have drawn the ire of fans and some staff.
But who could actually replace Frédéric Vasseur? The name circulating most insistently in recent hours has left everyone speechless: it seems to be Mattia Binotto. Yes, that’s right, the former team principal who left Ferrari at the end of 2022 after being the center of fierce criticism for the management of the 2022 championship. Apparently, however, the climate at Ferrari has changed. Binotto, who remained in the shadows for two seasons, has reportedly continued to maintain relationships with the team’s key engineers and, according to some analysts, has also been in contact with members of the board of directors.
The idea of ​​Binotto’s return may seem absurd to most, but it isn’t to those familiar with the Scuderia’s internal dynamics. His technical experience, his in-depth knowledge of the car project, and, above all, his ability to create a cohesive group around himself would now be considered fundamental assets to revive the team. Furthermore, it seems that Hamilton himself has expressed a desire to work with someone who is intimately familiar with Ferrari’s DNA and who can guarantee a less volatile environment after a turbulent first half of 2025.
Other names were, of course, mentioned. Andreas Seidl, currently with Audi, and Toto Wolff were briefly mentioned, although the latter categorically denied any contact with Maranello. However, none of the profiles analyzed possessed the combination of internal knowledge and “operational readiness” that Binotto could guarantee, as he could – theoretically – take the reins of the team without having to spend months studying the car, the personnel, or the processes.
If the rumors are true, the change would be announced in the coming weeks, perhaps immediately after the British Grand Prix, where Ferrari is keen to present itself in a more competitive and less media-friendly light. The official announcement could come in true Ferrari style: without warning, with a curt message to the press and a controlled appearance by the new boss in the pits.
Meanwhile, in the paddock, the anticipation is palpable. Journalists in the Ferrari campervan talk about Vasseur being visibly less serene in his recent public appearances, while several members of the staff seem to have adopted an attitude of cautious detachment. As if everyone was waiting for something. What if that “something” was actually a reversal of fortune at the top?
The 2025 season, already full of twists and turns between Red Bull’s intermittent dominance, McLaren’s strong comeback, and Mercedes’ surprises after Hamilton, could soon be the scene of a managerial earthquake capable of further reshuffling the cards. Ferrari fans, torn between nostalgia for Binotto and skepticism about the present, are watching the race with wide eyes and fluttering hearts. A new revolution is about to begin in Maranello. And, as always, it’s impossible to remain indifferent.
