Motorsport
Weber expects Schumacher to continue, but no decision at Nuerburg
By DPA
May 4, 2006, 14:31 GMT

Nuerburg, Germany - Even though Michael Schumacher will not announce a decision on his future during this weekend's European Grand Prix his manager Willi Weber expects him to continue his illustrious Formula One racing career beyond the season.

'I expect Michael to continue his career,' Weber said in an interview with Deutsche Presse-Agentur dpa Thursday.

'There will be no decision at the Nuerburgring. It will be made as planned halfway through the year,' he reiterated.

Schumacher's contract at Ferrari expires after the season. The seven-time world champion Schumacher has so far only said that he will stay at the team if he continues his career.

Weber confirmed that Schumacher must decide on a new two-year contract. He said that not so much the car and financial aspects were the key to Schumacher's decision, but only personal motives.

'It is no easy decision. It is not only about motorsports, but very strong personal aspects. The family plays a major role. He is permanently on the road and has a lot of stress,' said Weber.

Weber said that it will take 'five minutes' to finalise the deal if Schumacher decides to race another two years.