Renato Moicano reveals interest in training with Alex Poatan and Glover Teixeira

Moicano at UFC weigh-in. Photo: Reproduction/UFC.

Renato Moicano could make a surprising change in his career. Defeated in June in a fight held in Las Vegas, the 11th-ranked UFC lightweight (up to 70,3 kg) expressed his desire to train with Alex Poatán e Glover Teixeira.

In a relaxed conversation with the duo, available on the former light heavyweight champion's official YouTube channel (up to 93 kg), Moicano humbly revealed his interest in joining the team to improve his game and skills. It's worth noting that the athlete is a longtime member of the renowned American Top Team academy and has no intention of abandoning ship. Upon learning of Renato's desire, Poatan, without hesitation, agreed to welcome him to his team.

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"I'd like to train with you guys for a while to learn. That's what I'd like to do. The day you guys come, outside of camp and such, if I can go, I want to learn from you," the fighter declared.

Mohawk at UFC Rio?

In addition to his interest in training with Poatan and Glover, Moicano is also keeping an eye on UFC Rio, an event scheduled to take place on October 11th. The athlete's plan is to take on the main fight of the show against Charles of the Bronx, replacing the injured Raphael Fiziev.