Things are heating up! Dana White indicates a 'countdown' to Conor McGregor's triumphant return to the UFC.

Dana and McGregor promote UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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Everything indicates that Conor McGregor He will finally return to the UFC. Despite having last competed in 2021 in Las Vegas (USA), the Irish star has always denied any intention of retiring and has stated that he will star in the most triumphant return in the history of combat sports. And 'Notorious' has gained an important ally to make his first appearance in the octagon official after years of waiting: Dana White.

The company president indicated that negotiations are underway to formalize McGregor's return and expressed optimism about the deal, suggesting it's only a matter of time. Dana's stance is somewhat surprising, as he had practically given up hope of seeing the Irishman back in the octagon.

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However, now the UFC president no longer questions 'Notorious' McGregor's desire to fight, but rather supports him. In fact, there's an expectation that McGregor will be scheduled to fight at the big event. UFC 329, an event scheduled to take place on July 11th and which is the main attraction of 'International Wrestling Week'.

“Everything is going well. Believe me. As soon as we close the deal with him, we will make the announcement,” said the official at the post-UFC Winnipeg press conference, an event held last Saturday (18), in Canada.

McGregor's fighters in MMA

Conor McGregorNotorious, 37, is an MMA legend and the most popular fighter in the sport's history. The Irishman began his career in the sport in 2008 and debuted in the UFC in 2013. With the company, 'Notorious' was champion in the featherweight (up to 65,8 kg) and lightweight (up to 70,3 kg) divisions.

In his career, McGregor won 22 fights, 20 of them by stoppage (19 by knockout and one by submission), and lost six times. His main victories were against... Chad Mendes, Donald Cerrone, Dustin poirierEddie Alvarez José Aldo, Max Holloway e Nate diaz.