Jorge Santiago looking to define the future following win over Khalidov

Sengoku middleweight champion, Jorge Santiago has spoken out since his successful title defence over Mamed Khalidov earlier this month, saying it’s now time to look to the future and maybe a switch to the United States.

Speaking via GracieMag.com, Santiago said:

“I knew the guy the first time and accepted the fight on short notice. This time knew very well how he was trained and I fought the way I was supposed to. I knew I’d be fighting a really tough guy I trained hard to fight him, was very focused. Even more so since the belt was at stake. So, I had to be 100% and win all the rounds not to allow room for bad luck. He’s a tough fighter and really deserved a shot at the title. But everything went alright for me, thank God.”

“I’m committed to defending the belt. Any fight beyond that, though, is not in my contract. So I’m ready for whatever comes up. Some negotiations are going on, but nothing is set in stone. I’ve talked to big events and we’ll see what happens. I like being in Japan, and the Japanese public is. I have no plans leave, but I would also like to fight in the United States, the country where I live. The right contract, well-elaborated, and I may return. All it takes is inking a good deal. It can happen, but it doesn’t happen overnight.”

With Sengoku having formed a tight relationship with California based promotion, Strikeforce in the past year and talent sharing already underway between the two brands, a move to the United States could be just around the corner for the talented Brazilian.

By Michael Pepper. (Follow me on Twitter)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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