Team of former UFC champion reveals negotiations to face Carlos Prates in April.

Carlos Prates celebrates victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Carlos Prates He may be close to having his next fight in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) confirmed. After knock off Leon edwards No. UFC 322The Brazilian has established himself as one of the top names in the welterweight division (up to 77kg) and now stands out as a possible opponent for another former champion in the quest for his long-awaited opportunity to fight for the belt.

In an interview with 'Submission Radio', Ben Vickers, coach of Jack Della Maddalena, revealed that the team is working with the possibility of the athlete's return between April and May. According to the coach, the name of Carlos Prates He is among those being considered for the matchup, although other options are also being analyzed. Still without a signed contract, talks are ongoing, with a preference for a fight against a striker.

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"We're probably looking at April/May to get Jack back." Carlos Prates "He's one of the names being considered, there are other names being considered as well. Nothing has been signed yet, but there are ongoing talks… It would be good to have a striker," said Ben Vickers.

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Prates defeats Edwards in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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After mastering Jack Della Maddalena and win the UFC welterweight belt, Islam makhachev He became the main target of one of the most competitive divisions in the organization.

In the race for a title shot, they stand out. Carlos Prates e MichaelMorales, who, with knockout victories in UFC 322, emerged as favorite options among the public. Another strong contender is Ian Gary, buoyed by a major triumph over Belal Muhammad | No. UFC Qatar.

In addition to the trio of prospects, Kamaru Usman He's an outsider. The former champion is considered one of the greatest welterweights in UFC history and is coming off a convincing victory over... Joaquin buckley, which keeps his name alive in the fight for the belt.