WBC world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury is looking to recruit former Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney in preparation for a possible fight for the Absolute against Oleksandr Usyk.

" He is right-handed, but must change stance to left-handers.

We're going to bring in Rooney to prepare for Usyk.. No, this is not a joke, this is serious.. He is going to come to the camp for about four weeks to help me,"

Recall that after his victory over Derek Chisora, Fury defiantly challenged the Ukrainian to fight. Alexander came closer to the ring and the future rivals had a duel of views.

The fight is expected to take place in early 2023.. The parties have not yet signed a contract for the fight, so it has not been officially approved..

The 35-year-old Usyk has 20 wins (13 by knockout) in 20 fights. He held four of them in the heavyweight division..

Before that, Alexander became the absolute world champion in the cruiserweight (weight category up to 90.7 kg), having won all four of the most prestigious belts there..

On the night of August 21, 2022, Alexander defeated Briton Anthony Joshua in a rematch, which took place in the city of Jeddah (Saudi Arabia). Thus, the Ukrainian defended all the titles taken from AJ last fall, and also won the vacant belt of The Ring magazine..

The 34-year-old Fury has 33 wins (24 by KO) and one draw.