UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov will likely be facing former titleholder Conor McGregor for his first title defense. If and when it does materialize, the undefeated Russian fighter is calling to be rightfully compensated.
Speaking to reporter Adam Glyn on the streets of New York City, Khabib confirmed that negotiations have indeed begun for the McGregor fight. At the same time, he refuses to be a mere stepping stone for both the UFC and McGregor to take home a fat paycheck.
“We’re just beginning negotiations,” Nurmagomedov said (transcript via MMANYTT). “I don’t know. It’s about UFC, it’s about Conor too, ‘cause they make decision but interesting situation.