Matchroom chairman Eddie Hearn says these reports are false and indicated that an announcement about Pacheco’s next fight could come within days.
Asked about reports of Pacheco leaving Matchroom for Golden Boy, Hearn dismissed the suggestion.
“It’s one of the most bizarre rumors I’ve ever heard. It’s definitely not the case. Diego Pacheco’s future will be revealed. I would say the next week, but it could even be as soon as the next 24, 48 hours,” Hesrn told iFL TV.
Hearn also revealed that Pacheco’s next match is planned for Los Angeles, where he will perform his own event.
“He’ll be fighting on his own show in Los Angeles,” Hearn said of Pacheco.
The comments come after a period of uncertainty over Pacheco’s immediate future. The undefeated contender remains one of Matchroom’s top American fighters and a prominent name in the super middleweight division.
While Hearn shut down the Golden Boy reports, he stopped short of confirming Pacheco’s long-term promotional plans. Asked if Pacheco had extended his deal with Matchroom, Hearn said the situation remains unresolved.
“He’s got one fight left with us. So, we’ll see,” Hearn said.
Hearn did not reveal Pacheco’s opponent, but made it clear that an announcement is expected soon once Matchroom continues building its summer schedule.
The 25-year-old is expected to return to Los Angeles in what will be his first fight since his unanimous decision victory over Trevor McCumby earlier this year.
