Why Could Conor McGregor Become “Public Enemy #1” for the UFC During Potential Final Fight Negotiations

Conor McGregor's promising career with the UFC might come to an end as he faces possible legal and contractual issues during his final fight negotiations. Following a terrible return to the Octagon at UFC 329, the Irish athlete has spent the past year recovering from a severe knee injury that required surgery. Despite his desire to conclude his UFC career on a high note, former champion Eddie Alvarez believes that McGregor's body has long since surpassed the physical peak it once held.

Alvarez warns that attempting to fight out the remainder of McGregor's contract could prove to be a risky move, potentially even turning the UFC's star into "Public Enemy #1." The UFC, feeling threatened by a fighter who openly expresses their desire to leave, might avoid granting McGregor a favorable matchup, forcing him to fight an opponent he would rather not face. This hostile environment could make it challenging for McGregor to leave the UFC on his own terms, further complicating his future in the sport.