Quote Originally Posted by EstWRC View Post
Tänak needs same thing as Meeke, at least 2 year contract with either Toyota or M-sport or with an other team. Just look what it has done to Meeke and im sure it would be the same case with Tänak.
I agree that Ott would benefit from some stability. The issue is whether he's shown enough for that long-term deal?

The reason I say that in relation to Toyota, is that I think what they will do is go for a pacey lineup to try to demonstrate the capabilities of the car next year. And by doing that they will be immediately looking to snare a bigger name in 2018 - so effectively one of the VW drivers.

In terms of upside I think you'd give Lappi a two-year deal for sure. Maybe even 3 if you rate him highly enough. I'd take Ott on a one-year deal with first option for 2018. And then have Hanninen run as a third car at select rounds.

I think that adds up to a really exciting lineup. Maybe also quite a big parts bill. But if the speed is there I think they will showcase it. Then the aim is to challenge for wins in 2018 from what Tommi says.