Former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo has suggested the promotion should release Conor McGregor instead of paying for what would be the Irish star's final contracted fight. Cejudo, an Olympic gold medalist and former flyweight and bantamweight titleholder, made the comments during a recent media appearance.
The suggestion comes amid ongoing speculation about McGregor's fighting future. The 36-year-old has not competed since his leg injury loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021. McGregor has one fight remaining on his current UFC contract, but negotiations for a return bout have stalled repeatedly.
Cejudo argued that the UFC would be better served cutting ties with McGregor rather than investing in a farewell fight that may not generate sufficient return. The former champion cited McGregor's extended inactivity and the promotion's need to focus on active roster members.
McGregor, UFC's biggest pay-per-view draw historically, has teased various potential opponents including Michael Chandler and a potential boxing crossover. However, no official booking has materialized. The UFC has not publicly responded to Cejudo's remarks.
