Jose Aldo backs Conor McGregor's return to UFC title contention
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 4:15 AM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Jose Aldo has extended advice and encouragement to his former rival, Conor McGregor, as he recovers from a knee injury sustained in July. McGregor underwent surgery in August and is targeting a return in summer 2027 for his final fight under his current UFC contract. Aldo believes McGregor can potentially reclaim the lightweight title, noting the division is currently wide open. He recommended McGregor focus on dietary changes to compete effectively at lightweight upon his return.
- •Conor McGregor injured his knee in a rematch with Max Holloway in July.
- •McGregor had surgery in August and aims to return in summer 2027.
- •Jose Aldo believes McGregor can be a contender at lightweight.
- •Aldo suggests McGregor focus on dietary changes to cut weight.
- •The lightweight division is viewed as currently wide open for challengers.
- 4:15 AMYahoo Sports — Conor McGregor gets unexpected UFC title backing from Jose Aldo
- 4:15 AMSherdog — Conor McGregor gets unexpected UFC title backing from Jose Aldo
"Jose Aldo has offered some advice and encouragement to former rival Conor McGregor.
"Jose Aldo has offered some advice and encouragement to former rival Conor McGregor.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 30, 2026, 4:15 AMConor McGregor gets unexpected UFC title backing from Jose Aldo
Jose Aldo has offered some advice and encouragement to former rival Conor McGregor.
- SherdogSep 30, 2026, 4:15 AMConor McGregor gets unexpected UFC title backing from Jose Aldo
Jose Aldo has offered some advice and encouragement to former rival Conor McGregor.
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