Sergio Perez has revealed he has been approached by a few Formula 1 teams about a potential return to the pinnacle of motorsport, Afrosport reports.
The 35-year-old Mexican was left without a drive for 2025 after he was dropped by Red Bull at the end of last season.
Perez stated he would take a sabbatical for to recover from his torrid 2024 form, which saw him finish eighth in the drivers’ championship, 285 points behind eventual world champion and teammate Max Verstappen.
He has also remained open to a possible comeback regarding a drive in 2026 when new engine regulations kick in.
“If I find a project that motivates me fully to come back, where the team believe in me and where they appreciate my career, my experience and everything I can bring to a team, it would be very attractive to consider it,” Perez told the F1 website.
“That’s why I’ve given myself at least six months to get all my options on the table and make a decision on what I do next with my career.
“There are a few very interesting projects out there. I’ve been approached by a few teams since Abu Dhabi. Right now, the season has started so a few things will open up in the coming months.
“We are talking to a few parties out there. Once I know all my options, I will make a decision. What is very clear to me is that I’m only coming back if the project makes sense, and it’s something I can enjoy.
“I’ve spent a long time in F1 already, I’ve done most of it. Once you step back, you realise how much you give up in life to be in the sport. So, to be in F1 fully committed, I need the motivation.
“It’s good to be in this position knowing that people are keen on you as a drive. People have short memories in F1.
“Within a couple of races, they forget what you have done. People realise that my position was not the easiest one in F1 – and I’ve done extremely well overall.”
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One of those teams that will be on the radar for Sergio Perez will be Cadillac, who are joining the F1 grid as the 11th team in 2026.
The American manufacturer have outlined looking for an experienced F1 driver in one of their two seats.
