Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton is hopeful of resolving his future with Mercedes by the time he takes to the grid at Sunday's Malaysia Grand Prix.
Hamilton is nearing the end of a three-year deal with the Silver Arrows, with negotiations having been placed on hold late last season as the Englishman concentrated on his title tilt.
Reports this week linked Hamilton with a sensational switch to Ferrari, but the 30-year-old has now hinted a new Mercedes contract could be on the verge of completion.
"It is going back between the lawyers, so hopefully it is done before the weekend," Hamilton told Sky Sports News.
"That would be great but, if not, in due time."
Hamilton kiciked off his title defence with victory at the season-opening Australian Grand Prix earlier this month.