UFC CEO Dana White confirms crucial talks with Conor McGregor about his much-anticipated return, adding intrigue to the fighter's comeback narrative.
Conor McGregor, the former two-division UFC champion, has been absent from the Octagon since his dramatic clash with Dustin Poirier in July 2021. A fractured tibia and fibula halted the Irishman's run, leaving fans eagerly anticipating his return.
Rumors swirl around McGregor's return bout, with Michael Chandler being the expected opponent. The welterweight showdown has UFC enthusiasts on the edge of their seats, especially with talks of headlining UFC 300 in April 2024.
In a recent development, UFC CEO Dana White confirms that he and McGregor are set to meet in the Middle East for crucial talks about the fighter's immediate future. The face-to-face discussion aims to finalize details for McGregor's much-anticipated return to the Octagon.
While McGregor eyes a headlining role at UFC 300 against Chandler, he expresses dissatisfaction with the apparent lack of progress. White, however, assures fans that discussions are underway and that they're actively working to "figure something out."
The revelation of ongoing discussions in the Middle East adds a layer of intrigue to McGregor's comeback narrative. White's Instagram Live statement hints at significant developments in the negotiation process.
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