Jon Jones in current negotiations with UFC to ‘most likely’ return in 2025

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"Bones" isn't done yet.

When Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Heavyweight champion Jon Jones destroyed former Heavyweight kingpin Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 two weeks ago (Sat., Nov. 16, 2024) from inside Madison Square Garden, he closed the door on retirement. However, "Bones" teased he would be willing to walk away from the sport if he doesn't get what he wants—a mega fight with Light Heavyweight champion Alex Pereira.

Last night, while attending the first Dirty Boxing Championships event, Jones revealed that he is currently negotiating with his bosses.

"So, right now, the UFC and I, we're in negotiations," Jones said. "We're in talks to see what happens next. I'm back in the gym; I'm training; I feel really great. The team supports me and they're behind me. We'll just be ready for whatever opportunity comes our way."

"Yes, yes, I will be competing in 2025, more than likely," Jones concluded.

When asked to follow up on his unknown "f—k you money" figure, the UFC Heavyweight champion again declined to reveal how much he wants.

Is UFC CEO Dana White telling the truth by ensuring Jones is "well compensated "for a potential Jones vs. Aspinall mega fight?

Or will it all fall apart like it always does?

Time will tell.