By Felix Jesus Mendoza
The unified super featherweight champion, Emanuel “Vaquero” Navarretehas gone out to step of the speculations that link it with a future confrontation against the Ukrainian Vasily Lomachenko. The Mexican fighter clarified that, so far, there is no formal agreement or concrete approach.
The expectation about this fight arose as a result of the former Ukrainian world champion’s plans to return to activity. Faced with constant questions from the media, Navarrete Cowboy He attended an interview with Field Azteca to present his real position on the subject.
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Without concrete agreements for combat
“The truth is we don’t really know anything, this is all up in the air,” explained Navarrete Cowboy when questioned about the real possibilities of the confrontation.
The boxer pointed out that, although his name is frequently mentioned by fans and various promoters, he has not received notifications of closed fights.
However, the Mexican acknowledged that the rival’s profile is of complete professional interest to him. “Yes, there was a little comment about the Ukrainian thing, because that is what people are commenting on, and so is Gustavo Olivieri,” the champion added about the origin of the recent rumors.
Sports interest and the position of the WBO
For the Mexican athlete, facing renowned figures constitutes a high-level professional challenge. Navarrete Cowboy highlighted the Ukrainian’s skills inside the ring: ““He is a very complete fencer and a difficult opponent to beat.”the monarch pointed out before the Field Azteca cameras.
For his part, the president of the World Boxing Organization, Gustavo Olivieri, has provided a scenario that would allow such a meeting. Through a statement, the leader pointed out that, due to Lomachenko’s historical merits, the executive committee could approve a direct opportunity for the belt without the need for prior eliminators.
The panorama of Vasiliy Lomachenko
The Ukrainian, who remained away from professional activity since June 2025 after his victory over George Kambosos Jr., now has contractual freedom.
After his relationship with the High Putrid company expired, the veteran is looking for challenges of immediate relevance upon his return.
Despite the administrative facilities offered by the sanctioning entity, the last word falls on the logistics of both training camps. For now, the agenda Navarrete Cowboy remains focused on defending its current championships while waiting for official confirmation of his next professional commitment.
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