The coach and strategist of the team Saul Alvarez, Eddy Reynosoconfirmed that Next May will be key to defining the future of the Guadalajara boxer. During a meeting with the media in Los Angeles, Reynoso noted that the selection process for the fight scheduled for September 12 is already underway.
The work team analyzes various economic and sports proposals on the negotiating table.
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The September combat planning occurs after reports from international meetings between financial advisors and representatives of developers in London.
Eddy Reynoso emphasized that the main objective is to guarantee a contest high level that meets the standards of the career of Canelo Alvarez. For the moment, the coaching staff focuses on monitoring the fighter’s physical condition while the name of the opponent is finalized.
Eddy Reynoso’s statements
Regarding wait times and the selection process, Reynoso was specific when speaking to the media at the Brickhouse Boxing Club.
“The idea is to fight in September. Let’s see what may be on the table. There is still time, but I think that in May we will be concrete about what is coming.”
Regarding physical preparation and recovery from previous injuries of the Canelo Alvarezhis coach gave a piece of peace for boxing followers. Reynoso stated: “We are going to be ready, Canelo is already training, working, physically he is fine after his elbow surgery, he is very well and we are going to see what is next for September”according to the specialized media FightHubTV.
The profile of the possible opponent
Although There are several names on the scenethe priority for the team is that the rival is a current world champion. In the last few days, the name of the Frenchman Christian Mbilli has gained strength as the predominant candidate to face the Canelo Alvarez. Mbilli is the real one WBC super middleweight monarch and has the approval of the organization to carry out a defense in the month of September.
When asked if the European boxer is the closest option, the Mexican coach did not rule out the possibility. About this possible pairing with the Canelo Alvarez“This is what is being outlined (Mbilli), let’s see if things work out.”
Fitness and goals for September
Even though there is no signed contract, the daily training of the Canelo Alvarez It hasn’t stopped in recent weeks..
The boxer has stated that he feels physically fit, comparing his current state to that of a twenty-year-old athlete. This condition allows the team to have flexibility when choosing a specific fighting style for the next engagement.
The official announcement in May will end speculation on whether the fight will take place in the United States or in some other international venue.
For Canelo Alvarezthe date of September 12 is immovable, since it coincides with the festivities of Mexican independence. The technical team hopes to finalize the contractual details in the next three weeks to begin the formal training camp.
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