Helmut Marko has revealed that four-time world champion, Sebastian Vettel made repeated enquiries to his former team about a possible return to the sport.

Marko's claim, contradicts Vettel, who, since leaving F1 at the end of 2022, has said that he had no intention of returning.

"He has repeatedly enquired with us," Marko tells Formule1.de, "but I don't think it would be pleasant for him to drive next to Max Verstappen."

In April, Vettel took part in a test with Porsche, driving its 963 Hypercar, leading to speculation that, as opposed to F1, the German might be looking at WEC.

Marko believes this is entirely possible.

"If I'm correctly informed, he seems to be moving towards Porsche and long-distance racing," says the Austrian. "I think that would be a very nice step for him."

Last month, to mark the 30th anniversary of Ayrton Senna's death, Vettel made an emotional return to Imola, driving the Brazilian legend's 1993 car.

At the height of the Horner saga, amidst claims that Verstappen might jump ship, Vettel was linked with a return to the team with which he won his four titles, while some suggested replacing Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes might appeal.

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1. Posted by Paulinho, 07/06/2024 15:04

"I struggle with the things Helmut Marko says. "

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2. Posted by kenji, 07/06/2024 0:37

"@Max Noble....What is Vettel really thinking? I would hazard a guess and say that he really misses wearing his rainbow t/shirt and taking a knee whilst pursuing his 'green bees hotel' franchise. "

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3. Posted by Alex_V10_USA, 06/06/2024 13:03

"@Max Noble Expand on your "most complex champion post-Senna" comment! I think he was very mature very early on, had ambitions beyond F1 long ago, and also clearly has a political activism bone. Your statement rings true."

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4. Posted by BrightonCorgi, 06/06/2024 12:41

"He must be done tinkering with his mopeds and bicycles. Getting bored?"

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5. Posted by JamesD, 06/06/2024 12:10

"Helmut's memory failing at 81 ?"

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6. Posted by Max Noble, 06/06/2024 12:07

"Grown men speak! And that’s the headline… really.. Vettel is the most complex champion of the post-Senna era. Who knows what he is really thinking.
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