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Michael Morales Says UFC Approached Him for June 14 White House Card, Eyes Jack Della Maddalena

His on-air remark points to early talks that, if finalized, could reorder welterweight contention beneath Islam Makhachev.

Overview

  • Morales told El Canal del Fútbol that UFC officials have discussed booking him for the White House event.
  • He said Jack Della Maddalena is a potential opponent and cited June 14 as the target date.
  • Media reports emphasize that the UFC has not confirmed the matchup or any bout announcements for the card.
  • Morales remains unbeaten and is coming off a first-round knockout of Sean Brady at UFC 322.
  • Della Maddalena recently dropped the welterweight title to Islam Makhachev by unanimous decision, and analysts say a confirmed Morales–Maddalena bout would affect Makhachev’s defense options.