British boxing promoter Frank Warren has confirmed that Tyson Fury has signed his contract for the proposed heavyweight showdown with Anthony Joshua, while Joshua’s camp is yet to complete its side of the agreement.
The development has raised fresh questions over the timing of the highly anticipated all-British heavyweight contest, with negotiations reportedly continuing over key contractual issues, particularly the proposed location of the fight.
According to Warren, Fury has completed the necessary paperwork and remains ready to face Joshua regardless of where the bout eventually takes place.
The initial plan reportedly favoured staging the blockbuster fight in the United Kingdom, with Wembley Stadium among the venues considered. However, Saudi-backed event organiser Sela and streaming giant Netflix are understood to be pushing for Madison Square Garden in New York to host the heavyweight clash.
Warren said Joshua’s representatives are responsible for completing the outstanding contractual arrangements, stressing that several aspects of the original agreement must be amended before the fight can be formally concluded.
“The latest is Joshua’s not signed yet,” Warren said, adding that any deadline would ultimately be determined by those financing the event.
He also explained that the contracts need to be revised because of changes surrounding the venue and other arrangements.
Warren maintained that Fury is not concerned about the eventual destination of the fight and has already committed himself to the contest.
“Tyson’s signed. Tyson’s done. He don’t care when the fight takes place,” the promoter said.
According to Warren, Fury would be prepared to fight Joshua whether the event is staged in New York, Barbados or elsewhere.
The promoter further revealed that Fury initially signed an agreement in January when September was being considered as the target month for the bout. However, changes to Joshua’s schedule subsequently pushed the expected fight window towards November.
The proposed Fury-Joshua clash has generated significant interest among boxing fans because it would bring together two of Britain’s most prominent heavyweight fighters.
Despite Fury having completed his contractual obligations, the fight cannot be fully confirmed until Joshua’s camp and the other parties involved reach an agreement on the outstanding terms, including the venue and broadcasting arrangements.
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