Binotto sees the new 'Schumacher' in Leclerc: 'Clear leader on the track'

The new leader of Ferrari

Leclerc has emerged as the new Ferrari leader in recent seasons. With Sebastian Vettel in the lead, Ferrari always missed the title, but with Leclerc in the lead, Ferrari hopes to return to the top. Binotto sees a lot of comparison between Leclerc and former Ferrari leader, Michael Schumacer.

''I think we now have Charles. Of course he is not as experienced as Michael was then, because he is not yet a world champion and Michael already was. However, we do have a clear leader on the track and we have the commitment as a whole organisation to build another winning team'', says Binotto in the podcast Beyond the Grid.

Development of Leclerc

''Michael was already a leader when he came to Ferrari, while Charles is still developing as a leader. This year he drives better than last year. With a difficult car he is very constant this year and he knows how to continuously adapt himself on different tracks, in order to get the most out of the car''.

Binotto really sees his leader's intention to bring Ferrari back to the top. ''He is very involved with the team and the people at Ferrari feel that too. I like how he is part of the Ferrari family. He behaves exemplary and I appreciate his involvement'', concludes the team boss of the Italian team.