What we all want is to M-Sport at least spice things a little bit, even if it's a second slower than multimillion cars on the grid. Having only learning guys in the team isn't helping nobody, neither...
IMO seems a bit early, WRC2 championship should be his target in 2026.

This is true. And just because Tanak contacted Toyota doesn't mean there was a discussion or any consideration, he might've just been told a straight No ...
Silly Season 2026