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The seeds for Francis Ngannou’s discontent were sown long before he officially parted ways with the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
It’s not simply money. Obviously, money is a part of it, but it’s also the terms of the contract that I don’t agree with. I don’t feel like it’s fair. I don’t feel like I’m a free man. I don’t feel like I’ve been treated good. It’s unfortunate that I have to be in this position, that I have to say that. I feel like everyone should have the right to claim for what’s best for them.