What could happen in the second half of the 2024 season.
As a side effect of Hamilton's move to Ferrari,
I think we may hear that Max Verstappen is heading to Mercedes. He is the only driver on the grid that can fill Hamilton's shoes at Mercedes.
Max leaving would be disruptive enough to cause the situation for Newey to head to Ferrari.
Mercedes and Ferrari shall win races. Lando Norris may have his first win.
The return of Sainz to Redbull to replace Verstappen will be announced
Alonso would announce he is retiring from racing
Hulkenberg would be announced as Alonso's replacement at Aston Martin.