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Nicholas Latifi says had laughed at reports claiming he could be replaced at Williams befor the end of the season, saying it is “without any real foundation”.

The Canadian is one of two drivers, the other being Mick Schumacher, who has yet to get off the mark this season.

While Alex Albon has twice scored in the FW42, Latifi’s best result is the P14 that he secured at the Miami Grand Prix.

His performances, or lack thereof, have led to speculation that his time at Williams is coming to an end, and that he could even be replaced mid-season.

Latifi had a laugh at that.

“The report,” he told the media at the Barcelona circuit, “when I saw that I just kind of laughed a little bit because obviously it was not the case at all, I’m still here.

“I mean there are always rumours circulating around. I think that’s the nature of the sport.

“But yeah, I mean, I was definitely a bit surprised to see it from I’d say a well-known reporter, without any real foundation behind it.

“So yeah, I just kind of laughed a bit at it really.”

But while his seat may be safe for this year’s championship, there are several drivers knocking on the Williams door including Nyck de Vries.

The Formula E champion made his F1 debut in Friday’s first practice for the Spanish Grand