UFC two-division champion Conor McGregor holds both his belts during a press conference for UFC 205. (Photo : Getty Images/Brandon Magnus)
Two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor is enjoying the life as he gave an ultimatum to the UFC about his next fight. McGregor's agent was not afraid to reveal in an interview that his client is open to entertaining offers from the WWE and Vince McMahon.
Audie Attar of Paradigm Sports Management was a guest on ESPN's 5ive Rounds Podcast and he was asked about McGregor possibly signing with the WWE. He noted that they are very open because it is a business and business means more money.
"I think it's all about business, man. If (WWE) is going to come with an offer, we are willing to entertain it. We are here. Have their people call his people, which is me. We can have a conversation," Attar said.
The WWE has shown interest in McGregor as Triple H was seen watching UFC 205. He saw the potential of the Irishman as a WWE superstar but an appearance is more likely rather than being a full timer.
However, the problem for the WWE is McGregor pissed off a lot of WWE superstars due to his comments back in August. He called the entire locker room "a bunch of p*ssies" that caused a lot of war of words on Twitter.
Nevertheless, they cannot deny the fact that the 28-year-old MMA fighter can attract many casual fans. He has set UFC PPV records and he will certainly help the WWE sell out WrestleMania 33 in Orlando, Florida next year.
Attar also commented on the rift between McGregor and the WWE locker room. He mentioned that his client has respect for people who that sacrifices a lot for their craft.
"I think Conor had his say via social media at times, but he also is someone that appreciates people that sacrifice and train and are dedicated to their craft, whatever it may be," Attar said.
According to Blake Oestriecher of Forbes.com, McGregor can have a big role with the WWE at WrestleMania 33. He noted that the Irishman could be the event's host or he can have a wrestling match.
It is also pointed out that an in-ring segment is a possibility but the best role for him is a special guest referee or an enforcer. Brock Lesnar and Bill Goldberg are set for WrestleMania 33 rematch and the addition of McGregor makes it one of the biggest matches in WWE history.
Check out the video below to see WWE acknowledge their superstars response to McGregor's comments.
