Mick Schumacher surrounds himself with Dirk Müller to return to F1
The former Haas driver is hoping for a return to the grid in 2026 and has set his sights on the Cadillac team. Mick Schumacher hasn't given up on Formula 1. In search of a driver's seat since his departure from Haas at the end of 2022, the German has acquired the support of motorsport veteran and Le Mans 24 Hours class winner Dirk Müller. Their collaboration has a clear objective: to put Schumacher back on the grid as early as the 2026 season, perhaps with the new Cadillac team.
After two seasons as a reserve driver with Mercedes, Mick Schumacher made a strategic shift. He left the German team at the end of 2024 to refocus on racing, joining Alpine’s endurance program in the WEC championship. A way to stay sharp while exploring other horizons in motorsport.
In parallel, his name is persistently associated with the Cadillac F1 project, a team that will officially enter in 2026 in partnership with Andretti Global. Present at the Miami Grand Prix, where Cadillac unveiled its logo at a special event, Schumacher fuels speculation about a possible signing.
Dirk Müller: a Strategic Advisor
The latest development is the arrival of Dirk Müller in Mick Schumacher’s inner circle. An experienced driver, especially with Ford in endurance racing, Müller notably won the GTE Pro category at Le Mans in 2016. He now confirms a role as an advisor for his young compatriot.
In an interview with the media outlet Motorsport-Magazin, Müller states:
« I am alongside Mick in an advisory capacity. »
A simple sentence, but revealing a discreet support, potentially crucial in future negotiations.
A name that carries weight, an uncertain future
Son of the legendary Michael Schumacher, Mick remains a strong name in F1, both promising and burdened with expectations. In 43 Grand Prix with Haas (2021–2022), he scored only 12 points, but managed to demonstrate qualities of consistency and resilience. His profile, both media-friendly and experienced, could appeal to a team like Cadillac keen to make an impact from its arrival in the paddock.
The American team is looking to surround itself with drivers capable of representing its image and ambition. To date, no official announcement has been made, but several sources indicate that Schumacher is very clearly a candidate and that he is in discussions with the team’s management.
The patience of a well-constructed return
As the 2025 grid takes shape, Mick Schumacher plays the card of patience and strategy. By teaming up with Dirk Müller, he surrounds himself with a respected figure with a well-established network. At 26, he knows that time is pressing, but his objective remains unchanged: to secure a spot in Formula 1, where he believes he still has much to prove.
