Usman Nurmagomedov's potential UFC move delayed by PFL rights
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 2:23 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Usman Nurmagomedov, currently a free agent, cannot negotiate with the UFC immediately due to the PFL holding his signing rights. Nurmagomedov's manager reported that the PFL has a 90-day exclusive negotiating window to finalize a new contract. With an undefeated record of 22-0, Nurmagomedov is seen as a valuable prospect for the UFC, which is eager to sign him. The PFL may attempt to retain him, leveraging a strong relationship with his management. If negotiations do not reach a conclusion, Nurmagomedov could explore other offers in the future.
- •Usman Nurmagomedov has a 22-0, 1 NC record.
- •PFL has a 90-day exclusive negotiating period for Nurmagomedov.
- •Nunmagomedov's manager discussed the ongoing talks with PFL.
- •Nurmagomedov was previously the Bellator MMA lightweight champion.
- •UFC president Dana White is interested in signing Nurmagomedov.
- 2:23 AMYahoo Sports — Usman Nurmagomedov to UFC Can’t Happen Just Yet
"The UFC might want to sign free-agent lightweight Usman Nurmagomedov, but it can’t happen just yet due to the PFL holding his signing rights.With a 22-0, 1 NC record, it’s easy to see why UFC president Dana White wants to bring Nurmagomedov to the world’s leading MMA promotion.However, before the UFC can even speak to […] The post Usman Nurmagomedov to UFC Can’t Happen Just Yet appeared first on HEAVY.
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