Christian Horner is reportedly attracting interest from Cadillac. However, it is unlikely that the Brit will quickly join the new American F1 team.
With one simple signature, Christian Horner was officially relieved of his duties as director of Red Bull Racing just over a week ago. Now, it is a matter of waiting until Red Bull and the former team boss agree on a severance package for the contract running until mid-2030, and then Horner will be a 'free man'.
Undoubtedly, the Brit is already contemplating his post-Red Bull era options while vacationing with Geri Halliwell in Croatia: Does he stay active in Formula 1? If so, where and in what capacity? On that last point, it is no secret that Horner would like to be (co-)owner of an F1 team. The reality is that there are few opportunities for that, with perhaps Alpine and the new Cadillac team as exceptions.
Cadillac's interest in Horner?
This very team could be interested in Horner's services, according to a report from a German outlet. Granted, the news is based on hearsay. Nevertheless, if there is indeed interest in Horner from Cadillac, regardless of the role, it is unlikely that a deal can be expected shortly.
If Cadillac - financially supported by American TWG Sport - sees Horner as a potential team boss, they would first have to part ways with current key figure Graeme Lowdon. The Brit hasn’t even had his first race weekend yet, so it would be quite a waste of money if Lowdon had to be bought out already.
The scenario probably won't happen because it's hard to imagine that Cadillac - if there is indeed interest in Horner - would secure the Brit within the next six months. It's important to remember that a lawsuit is pending in the UK, where a former employee of Red Bull is seeking financial compensation after being ultimately laid off following accusations against Horner of inappropriate behavior.
American companies are cautious
Although Horner is not on trial, it’s not impossible that matters which Horner would rather keep private could come to light. And if there's one thing American companies prefer not to deal with, it’s employees who have been found to exhibit inappropriate behavior.
Until there's complete clarity on this matter, it's hard to imagine Cadillac - or any other team - would be very keen on associating with Horner.
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