De Ridder open to Whittaker rematch, next fight scheduled for summer

Reinier de Ridder has stated he is open to a rematch with Robert Whittaker at light heavyweight, though he would prefer to face a different opponent in his debut at the weight class. De Ridder confirmed that his next fight is scheduled for this summer. He specifically noted that a rematch with Whittaker is not needed right now. The fighter appears to be planning his move to a new weight division while keeping multiple options open. No specific opponent or date has been officially announced for his summer bout.