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Jon Jones' Advisor Richard Schaefer Talks Francis Ngannou Negotiations with UFC

Richard Schaefer, who is the new advisor for ex-UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones, spoke with ESPN's Marc Raimondi and expressed optimism that he can work out a deal for a bout between his client and heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou:

Marc Raimondi

Spoke today with Richard Schaefer, the new advisor for Jon Jones and former Golden Boy CEO. He seems pretty confident he can work something out with the UFC for a highly anticipated Jones vs. Ngannou fight. He and Dana White have a mutual respect.

Marc Raimondi

Schaefer said he believes Ngannou vs.