The manager of Ilia Topuria issued a statement addressing confusion surrounding a potential fight with Islam Makhachev. He accused whoever manages Makhachev's social media account of spreading misinformation and vowed to continue pursuing the matchup following an event at the White House. The manager also mentioned that financial considerations are a key factor in negotiations for the bout. The post suggests ongoing tension between the two camps regarding the fight's status. No specific timeline or obstacles were detailed beyond the vague reference to finding "the money."
