Dana White responds to Usman Nurmagomedov free agency and UFC’s interest, decision coming ‘very soon’
MMA Fighting • • sports
Key Points:
- Usman Nurmagomedov became a major free agent in combat sports after defeating Archie Colgan and finishing his contract with the PFL, entering the prime of his career with an undefeated record and strong fighting skills.
- PFL executives, including CEO John Martin and Jake Paul, want to retain Nurmagomedov, but the UFC presents an attractive option given its history with his family.
- UFC CEO Dana White responded positively to Nurmagomedov's free agency, suggesting interest in signing him, though no formal offer has been announced.
- Nurmagomedov's connections to the UFC are strong, with teammate Islam Makhachev as the top pound-for-pound fighter, brother Umar Nurmagomedov ranked in bantamweight, and cousin Khabib Nurmagomedov coaching him and praising his skills.
- Khabib Nurmagomedov indicated that contract negotiations are expected soon, but whether Usman will sign with the UFC remains uncertain, marking him as the biggest free agent since Kayla Harrison.
