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Schumacher to scout drivers for Ferrari

At the 2006 Ferrari World Finals at Monza Michael Schumacher and Jean Todt announced the German's plans for the future. Seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher will scout for young talented drivers for the Italian team.

"Michael (Schumacher) has always been interested to follow some of the young drivers," said Ferrari F1 team boss Jean Todt in Monza today. "Actually, I have one of those young talents here next to me. I remember very well when Michael came to me and talked about Felipe when he was racing in a lower series. He also talked to me about Raikkonen before he entered F1 with Sauber so I believe he has a good eye for young talent. He can become important for Ferrari when it comes to choosing our future drivers."

Apart from helping the team with searching new young talents in lower series Schumacher will also remain involved with the development of Ferrari's road cars. "Michael will continue his involvement in developing our road cars too in the upcoming years."

Schumacher is glad he can remain involved with Ferrari in the future. Speaking at Monza he said: "I am glad Ferrari will give me this chance to stay involved with the team. The team will give me the freedom of what I will have to do. They don't expect me to be at my desk at any time for example. I believe it is a unique opportunity for me, but I will first need a few months off to clear up my mind and then we'll be getting back to work."

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