José Aldo considers moving up to lightweight after UFC 156

The Brazilian José Aldo is scheduled to defend the featherweight belt (up to 66 kg.) against Frankie Edgar at UFC 156, an event scheduled to take place on February 2, in Las Vegas, in the United States. But the duel against the North American could be the Tupiniquim athlete's last in the division.

In an interview with the North American website MMA Fighting, the Brazilian revealed that he is interested in moving up to lightweight (up to 70 kg.) and the duel against Edgar, who is a former champion of the category, could be the beginning of the change. .

“I consider moving up to lightweight. As soon as my coach decides I should change, I change. This fight with Edgar could be a starting point. If I can beat him well, I can prove that I can change”, said Aldo, in an interview with the American website MMA Fighting.

Despite showing interest in the top category, the Brazilian continues to prepare for the challenge against Edgar. For the Brazilian, the fight against the North American will be the biggest challenge of his Ultimate career.

“He (Edgar) has a good reputation for destroying several opponents. That's the motivation to face it. He's probably my biggest challenge. Frank has already proven that he is a warrior, that he fights five rounds and doesn't give up. This is the fight I wanted”, added the Brazilian.

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