A lot of rumors: Teofimo Lopez denies active negotiations for Devin Haney fight

Teofimo Lopez, the WBO super lightweight champion, has shut down swirling rumors of an imminent fight with WBC lightweight titleholder Devin Haney. Recent buzz suggested the two champions were negotiating a high-profile clash, possibly in Saudi Arabia, but Lopez has clarified that no such discussions are currently underway.

In a statement addressing the speculation, Lopez emphasized that while he respects Haney as a competitor, he is not ready to commit to a fight at this time. The Honduran-American boxer, who briefly announced his retirement after defeating Josh Taylor earlier this year, seems focused on navigating his next steps carefully. Lopez's manager, David McWater, also confirmed that Lopez has not vacated his WBO title, maintaining his hold over the division.

Haney, fresh off a controversial win over Vasiliy Lomachenko, has expressed interest in moving up to 140 pounds, making a Lopez fight a potential blockbuster for boxing fans. Despite Haney's eagerness to cement his legacy, Lopez seems unwilling to rush into negotiations. Instead, Lopez hinted that any fight would need to align with his vision for his career and legacy, not merely serve as a showcase for Haney's ambitions.

This development leaves boxing enthusiasts eagerly awaiting further updates, as the possibility of a Lopez-Haney showdown remains tantalizing but unresolved