Krack: Aston Martin must convince Vettel of its potential for new F1 deal

Krack started work at Aston Martin this week after serving out his notice with his previous employer BMW.

The team is undergoing a management restructuring while also building a new campus adjacent to the existing factory.

Krack worked closely with Vettel when he first arrived in F1 with BMW Sauber as a test and reserve driver in 2006 and knows him well. The German is currently only committed to the team for the 2022 season.

“It's clear that a guy like Sebastian, a four-time world champion, he does not want to be 15th or 12th or P8,” said Krack. “That's clear. It is our task to deliver a performing car, or let’s say performing structure, because I think Sebastian is a clever guy.

“So he will not be focusing just on this year's car or whatever, but focusing more on what is happening, and if he sees the potential.

“So if we can manage to offer this to him, I think we have a chance to keep him for longer.

"To be honest with you, I have not spoken with him about it. This is something that will have to come, obviously. 

"But all in all, it is our task to deliver the right package, then Sebastian will stay and other drivers would like to join."

Mike Krack, Team Principal, Aston Martin F1 Team

Photo by: Aston Martin Racing

Krack stressed that Vettel is a huge asset for the Silverstone-based team.

"Let's put it like this, Sebastian first of all is a very nice guy,” he said. “So he manages to surround the team around him, not by being nice all the time, but being respectful. This is an ethic that I share, largely. So that's also one of the reasons I think why we get along very well.

“But then, compared to when I knew him last he is now a four-time world champion, he has accrued a huge amount of experience. And he is a clever guy.