Sergio "Checo" Pérez is getting closer to returning to Formula 1. Rumors suggest that he has signed on as a driver for Cadillac, and the American team has acknowledged that he fits perfectly into their project. During an interview with Fox Sports, the team's director at General Motors, Mario Andretti, confirmed that the Guadalajara driver meets the necessary requirements for his upcoming debut in the top tier of motorsport, highlighting his experience as the main attraction.
"Andretti praised Pérez but did not provide details about a possible signing"
"The driver's situation is being evaluated, and you basically look at who is available according to the level of experience you need, and Checo Pérez fits into that," Andretti mentioned during the Miami Grand Prix. Although Andretti praised Checo Pérez, he did not confirm if he has already signed with Cadillac, stating that at the moment he cannot give more details regarding this matter.
Several media outlets specializing in Formula 1 are taking Checo Pérez's return as a done deal as a star driver for the American team, even mentioning the possibility of a multi-year contract at least until the 2028 season. If his return is confirmed, Checo would have a new opportunity on the track after his departure from Red Bull, where the results were not as expected and performance issues affected the team.
Checo Pérez was initially labeled as the villain at Red Bull, but over time it has been seen that his replacement has not managed to match his performance. His substitute, Liam Lawson, only lasted two races, while Yuki Tsunoda, Max Verstappen's new teammate, has not met expectations. Amid these considerations, Pérez's possible arrival at Cadillac shapes up as a promising option in Formula 1.
