But a parting of the ways, even a temporary one, is looking increasingly likely.
Meanwhile, former F1 team boss Eddie Jordan has claimed he’d axe Hamilton at the current moment in time – insisting the Brit is replaceable.
Speaking in an interview with F1 Insider, Jordan said: “Apparently the parties disagree on the terms. I just heard that Lewis wants more than Mercedes are willing to pay.
“It’s also about sharing the team’s income and having an influential role in the Mercedes group.
“If I were the boss of Daimler, I would show him the door – either you drive on our terms or you go.”
source: express.co.uk