Lotus Wants Kimi Raikkonen Remains

Lotus Wants Kimi Raikkonen Remains
 
London: Head of Team Lotus, Eric Boullier confirmed Kimi Raikkonen he wants to remain with the team for a few more seasons in Formula One (F1). Raikkonen tipped as a candidate participating in Red Bull's Mark Webber next year after announcing he would leave the team after finishing the competition this season. Two years in a row we close the gap to Red Bull. He wanted to know if we will continue to do so.

We are also talking about the technical package we have. Kimi Raikkonen is mature and can make the best decision for himself. There is no good when migrating to Red Bull but also some disadvantages, said Boullier.

Lagging 41 points

After nine races this season, the Finland born driver now occupy third place driver charts, 41 points behind Sebastian Vettel of Red Bull but only four points adrift at the back of their traditional enemies, Fernando Alonso (Ferrari).

Among the reasons that may make Kimi Raikkonen  moved a potential concern is about the loss of high profile of Technical Director, James Allison are expected to join Ferrari.

Salaries paid late

Boullier also revealed that Lotus late paying salaries but former world champion now confirm payment by the due date. Yes indeed we are late paying salaries Raikkonen but it has been paid. We have to solve if we want to make sure he stays with the team, said Boullier.

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