Diego Lopes reveals plans to return to the octagon in 2025: 'If the UFC wants…'

Diego lopes is a Brazilian standout in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter @UFCEspanol

Diego lopes is ready to return to the octagon. The Brazilian, who represents Mexico in the UFC, has been involved in a war with Jean Silva No. Night UFC, emerged victorious after a brutal knockout and now he says he is available to face any name in the featherweight division (up to 65,7 kg), including Alexander Volkanovsky.

In an interview with 'Hablemos MMA', Diego lopes revealed that he has already returned to training and made himself available to return to the Octagon in December. The Brazilian describes himself as a fighter who never turns down a challenge and doesn't need much time to prepare.

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"I had a seven-day suspension and I'm back in training. People know I like to fight. I never get too heavy. I'm never the guy who says, 'Oh, I need three months to prepare.' No, I'm not that kind of guy. I'm the guy the UFC can call and ask to fight next week. I just hop on a plane and I'm there to fight. So yes, if the UFC wants me to fight in December, I'll be ready," he said. Diego lopes.

Despite the desire to return to the octagon, Diego lopes makes it clear that he has not yet had any conversations with the UFC about his next commitment. However, he believes that his exciting style makes him a strong candidate to challenge for the UFC title. Alexander Volkanovsky.

"We didn't have any conversations, but I did what I said I would, and there's my work. The job was very well done, 10 out of 10. As I said before the fight, winning spectacularly would put my name on the table. I think the UFC now definitely has my name on the table, and they'll have to decide who's next," concluded 'Franja'.

the trajectory of Diego lopes in the UFC began after a failed stint on the Contender Series. After his loss on the reality show, the Brazilian gained ground by accepting a last-minute fight against Movsar Evloev. Despite being outclassed, the black belt left a good impression by making life difficult for the Russian and almost achieving the submission.

Following this, Lopes won five consecutive matches and even fought for the belt against Alexander Volkanovsky. Despite being unsuccessful against the champion, the representative of Mexico returned to winning ways by overcoming Jean Silva No. Night UFC.