UFC: Conor McGregor told to ‘sign the deal’ by Donald Cerrone as comeback nears – ‘let’s get it done’
- ‘Cowboy’ confident he will be opponent for Irishman’s comeback on January 18 in Las Vegas
- ‘I don’t put my gloves on to lose ... I’m going to give him hell’
Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone has told Conor McGregor to “sign the damn deal” to fight him after the Irishman announced he will return to the UFC Octagon on January 18.
Cerrone (professional record 31 wins, 13 losses) is the promotion’s most active fighter and, despite losing to lightweight contender Justin Gaethje last month, is eager to return against a big name.
“I think Conor’s side and our team both reached out and are trying to figure it out – it’s looking good,” Cerrone told TMZ on Tuesday.
“I think it’s going to happen this time, I really do. Conor’s really serious about making a comeback and doing whatever he wants to do … He’s a great fighter, he has a lot of punching power. It should be a good time,” added the 36-year-old.
McGregor (21-4), who is currently facing two sexual assault investigations, announced his comeback at a press conference in Russia last week.
He would not reveal his proposed opponent’s name but insisted the fight would mark the start of his “season”. He is also targeting the winner of this weekend’s “BMF” bout between Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz, as well as a rematch with Khabib Nurmagomedov (or Tony Ferguson if “El Cucuy” beats the lightweight champion).