Alex Pereira’s next fight is ‘in negotiations’ as potential next opponent enters talks with UFC for bout this year
Alex Pereira is already in talks for his next fight
bloodyelbow.comI don’t have live access to verified updates right now, but here’s the latest commonly reported direction around Alex Pereira’s next fight from recent MMA coverage:
- Reports in early 2026 suggested Pereira was close to announcing his next bout, with discussions underway about options at light heavyweight and potential cross-category matchups depending on UFC plans.[2][6]
- Some outlets floated a possible title defense scenario against top contenders in the light heavyweight division, while others noted talk of a heavyweight-style matchup or trilogy options with Jiri Prochazka as possible future targets.[5][2]
- There were also mentions of Pereira weighing different routes, including a potential rematch path against Magomed Ankalaev or a fresh challenger, with negotiations described as “very close to something being announced” at times.[4][2]
If you’d like, I can try to confirm the current official announced opponent by checking recent UFC announcements or reputable outlets, and I can pull a concise summary with sources.