Nick Heidfeld’s manager has played down speculation of a switch to Toyota or Honda next year.
Werner Heinz insisted that negotiating with BMW Sauber about 2008 is the “highest priority”, according to Sport Bild.
“I want to make that absolutely clear,” the German added.
“With Toyota there has so far been no contact. The first discussions over Nick’s future will naturally be with BMW.
“The only thing I can say is that Nick is definitely staying in formula one. He is one of the best drivers in the field and absolutely one of the best drivers who is on the market.”