Renault seeking ‘charismatic’ leader for 2017

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Although Cyril Abiteboul is not ruling out retaining Kevin Magnussen or Jolyon Palmer for next season, he says Renault are wanting a “charismatic” leader for the team.

Renault is one of several teams yet to confirm their line-up for next season.

Although both Magnussen and Palmer are hoping to stay on for a second campaign, Renault have been linked to Sergio Perez in recent weeks.

Test driver Esteban Ocon is also believed to be in the running.

But whatever route Renault take, managing director Abiteboul is hoping that they will have a “charismatic” leader at the helm.

He told Autosport: “From Renault’s perspective, what we are looking to see is people buying into the long-term project.

“We want them to be able to act as a leader and ambassador for the brand – and leader for the team.

“It’s not easy when you’re young, so there’s more to …

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