Overview

• Negotiators are targeting Q1 2026 for a crossover bout with potential sites including Wembley Stadium, U.S. arenas or Saudi Arabia venues
• Jake Paul’s manager Nakisa Bidarian denied a $40 million fight guarantee and confirmed ongoing discussions with Matchroom Boxing
• Promoter Eddie Hearn acknowledged the contested purse figure but said he remains willing to stage the fight if it meets market demand
• Saudi adviser Turki Alalshikh previously proposed a 99-1 purse split in Joshua’s favor as part of financing talks
• Trainer Ben Davison has publicly questioned the matchup’s safety and sanctioning standards, voicing concerns about athlete welfare