Kimi Raikkonen is very likely to run for Renault next season, even if rumors for the time being said he was on the point of signing with Ferrari. With Schumacher not deciding what the future is going to bring for him or the Italian team, Raikkonen has many options for the 2007 season.

First, Ferrari might have an opening for Kimi, in case Schumacher decides to leave the team. Second, current champ, Fernando Alonso, is very close to signing a new deal with McLaren for the next season. So, as Raikkonen is concerned, he could either sign with Ferrari or Renault. Even if it was believed that the Finn already signed a pre-contract with Ferrari, he made it very clear that his options are still open.

"There are only really three teams these last two years who have been capable [of winning]. There are not many different positions where I would go. I don't think it will be a big surprise whatever I decide", said Raikkonen. Unhappy with his 5 years without a season title at McLaren, it is more than likely that he will not sign another contract with the German constructor.

Raikkonen is currently 18 points behind leader Fernando Alonso in the standings. The next race could see the Finn getting closer to the title hopes, since McLaren will compete on home ground, at Nurburgring.

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remember the rumors? 5th of May 2006
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