Reinier de Ridder open to Whittaker rematch but prefers different UFC debut

Reinier de Ridder has stated he does not rule out a rematch with Robert Whittaker at light heavyweight, but would prefer to face a different opponent for his debut. De Ridder confirmed that his next fight is scheduled for the summer. He emphasized that a rematch with Whittaker is not what he wants right now. The statement suggests de Ridder is planning his UFC entry carefully and wants to establish himself against fresh opposition before potentially revisiting past matchups.