After Aldo's injury, Edgar says he is waiting for a call from the UFC to face McGregor

Edgar says he's 'staring at the phone' waiting for a call from the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

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He has been eyeing a new chance to fight for the UFC featherweight belt for some time, Frankie Edgar saw the entire recent episode involving José Aldo as an opportunity. The American, former lightweight champion, said he is waiting for a call from Ultimate after the Brazilian was injured and put his participation in UFC 189 in doubt.

On his Instagram account, Edgar posted a photo stating that he is literally “staring at his phone” waiting for contact from the UFC. According to Canadian journalist Ariel Helwani, from the North American website “MMA Fighting”, Edgar would accept replacing Aldo against Conor McGregor at the event on July 11th if called.

Aldo's participation in UFC 189 is still uncertain, as the Brazilian fractured his rib during a training session. sparring last Tuesday (23). The champion still remains on the card, but will have to undergo further tests to decide whether or not he will be able to fight.

Edgar challenged for the UFC featherweight belt in February 2013, being defeated by Aldo via judges' decision. After that, he won four fights in a row, against Charles of the Bronx, B.J. Penn, Cub swanson e Urijah faber.

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