Paulo Costa Eyes Contract Conclusion; Magomed Ankalaev Proposes Matchup

Former UFC middleweight title challenger and current Top 10 light heavyweight Paulo Costa is actively working to satisfy the final bout remaining on his existing UFC contract. In an effort to accelerate the scheduling process for his contractual conclusion, Costa recently made details of his agreement public. It has been confirmed that an early release from the promotion is not an option, leaving Costa to complete his obligations inside the Octagon. Amid the ongoing discussions regarding his next appearance, fellow light heavyweight contender Magomed Ankalaev has publicly offered to serve as the opponent for Costa’s final fight under his current deal. Ankalaev framed the potential matchup as a 'nothing to lose' scenario, positioning himself as a viable candidate to close out Costa's contract. With the negotiation process described as protracted, both fighters have acknowledged the desire to move forward with the pairing. For fantasy managers, the eventual booking of this contest presents a significant development for the light heavyweight division, as both men represent high-level talent with distinct striking and grappling profiles that could impact future point projections and divisional rankings once confirmed by the promotion.

Source: MMA Mania.