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PFL CEO Peter Murray open to signing Muhammad Mokaev: ‘When I look at a kid like that, that’s an opportunity’

PFL CEO, Peter Murray has described the potential signing of UFC veteran, Muhamamd Mokaev to a rumored deal with the promotion, as an “opportunity” worth taking — as the unbeaten star looks to kickstart his career once more following his Octagon exit.

Mokaev, a former top contender under the banner of the UFC in the promotion’s flyweight ranks, most recently competed at the end of July, landing a close decision win over fellow contender and bitter rival, Manel Kape in Manchester, England.

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PFL CEO Peter Murray open to signing Muhammad Mokaev: 'When I look at a kid like that, that’s an opportunity' 2

However, in the immediate aftermath of his win, the unbeaten Muhammad Mokaev confirmed that he had completed his contractual obligations with the UFC, and despite remaining hopeful of striking a new deal — promotional boss, Dana White revealed he would not be rewarded with a fresh contract and would be handed his walking papers to boot.