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‘AJ announcement next week’
- Updated: October 7, 2016
Eddie Hearn expects to announce Anthony Joshua’s next opponent next week – with Wladimir Klitschko the overwhelming favourite to face the Brit.
Hearn has become increasingly optimistic as this week has gone on that he can bring the two fighters together in a contest for Joshua’s IBF world heavyweight title.
Speaking in Glasgow ahead of Ricky Burns’ WBA world super-lightweight title clash with mandatory challenger Kiryl Relikh, he appeared confident of striking a deal.
Asked when an announcement on Joshua’s next opponent can be expected, Hearn told Sky Sports: “Next week, for sure. We’re getting close now.
“Obviously a lot’s been happening in the heavyweight landscape. We were due to announce our opponent last week.
“Things have changed, opportunities have arisen and when you’re talking about fights of this size, you’ve got to get everything 100 per cent right.
“We’re in a great position right …
