Hülkenberg says he is ready for Ferrari

“I would feel ready, I’m ready. » Nico Hulkenberg is not the driver we are talking about the most at the moment on the transfer market for 2014. But the German often comes up when we talk about the possibilities at Ferrari, where Felipe Massa's place seems more compromised than ever for next year. Asked at this subject by Sky Sports, the current Sauber resident believes he will be able to climb a new level next year, due to the progress he has made: “It’s my third year, and I feel like I’ve gained some experience, he certified. There is always room to improve, there are still things I learn every weekend. You always get better, and next year will be another challenge due to the new regulations, but I think it won't be a problem for me. »

While his preference would obviously be towards the Scuderia, Hülkenberg, who has driven for a different team in each of his three seasons of F1 (2010 Williams, 2012 Force India and Sauber in 2013), is studying other options. “I am not going to say that it is the ultimate steering wheel but it is undoubtedly a great team with a lot of history”, he said in reference to Ferrari. Before being open to all opportunities: “I wouldn't want to rule anyone out at this point, we are talking to several different teams and evaluating all the options, and when the time is right we will decide what we think is best for my future. »

Furthermore, the 25-year-old German had a word about Kimi Räikkönen, who is at the center of all the rumors at the moment. A fact which does not disturb the Sauber driver in any way, and which assures him: his future is “independent of the choice that the Finn will make for 2014”. Iceman could indeed, according to several paddock noises, find Ferrari next year?