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Javier Mendez, coach of the Russian fighter of the mixed style (MMA) fighter Habib Nurmagomedov, has announced the fight of his ward with Conor McGregor. Reported by the Daily Express.

According to him, the Irishman really wants to fight, and the Russians — the current champion of the ultimate fighting championship (UFC) lightweight champion. Mendez noted that in place of the leadership of the promotion wouldn’t give to be this match. He also added that as long as you want to see the rematch.

In October 2018 Nurmagomedov defended the UFC belt against McGregor. He forced the Irish to surrender in the fourth round. After the fight in the octagon and outside a fight broke out involving both athletes. As a result of riots and McGregor, and Nurmagomedov was disqualified and received fines.

the Last time the Irish came out in the octagon in January. Then he knocked out American Donald serron for 40 seconds. June 7, McGregor announced his departure from the sport.