Lucas Martins defeated Robert Whiteford in his most recent appearance inside the Octagon, but that wasn’t enough for the UFC to offer him a new contract.
Martins, who signed a new three-fight deal with the promotion after scoring three straight finishes in his first four UFC fights, entered UFC Fight Night 86, on April 10, coming off losses to Darren Elkins and Mirsad Bektic. "Mineiro" defeated Whiteford in the final fight of his contract, and the UFC said he’s cleared to negotiate with other promotions. Combate first reported the news.