Manny Pacquiao’s adviser Sean Gibbons has explained that the Filipino would be ready to fight Amir Khan, but only if it is an exhibition.
Pacquiao has been linked with a professional comeback for a few years and he now appears ready to get back into the ring,
He had in the past been in the frame to fight Amir Khan, another fighter who also stepped back from professional fighting.
However, the two veterans facing off would be a huge event, and speaking to NordicBet, Gibbons explained what could be put together.
He said: “There was interest in the past and there were opportunities but unfortunately when there was chance to do it, Manny retired to run for president. At this point, that ship has sailed.
“Again, if someone is paying absolutely, Manny would be happy to fight Amir Khan. No problem at all if it is an exhibition or whatever. To answer your question, yes anything in this world that you have seen recently with the fights out there and the things that are coming up, they can all take place. If someone said tomorrow that they want to see Manny Pacquiao take on Amir Khan in Dubai, Saudi Arabia or England then of course Manny is up for all of this.
“This is probably his last year, and the guy loves to fight. All of the years he has given to the sport, he deserves to get something back, he never turned down a fight or a challenge and did everything that was asked of him. This is a final swansong for Manny.’
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