The parties are said to be aiming for a date between mid-September and early October. They have until June 22 to reach an agreement before the WBA can order a purse bid.
One official involved in the negotiations expressed confidence that an agreement could be reached.
“I think we can make it work. I bet we did something. We don’t want to go to the wallet.”
The fight will match former three-division world champion Davis (30-0-1, 28 KOs) against undefeated Schofield (19-0, 13 KOs), who is currently the no. 1 position in the WBA lightweight rankings.
Schofield, 23, has not fought since stopping former world champion Tevin Farmer in June 2025. The win solidified his standing as the leading contender for a shot at Davis.
Schofield’s father and trainer, Floyd Schofield Sr., welcomed the possibility of finally securing the fight his son has been fighting for years.
“It’s a big fight for Floyd Jr. He obviously looks sharp.
“It’s a dangerous match, but we feel good. We worked our way back from being homeless to get to this, and ‘Kind’ already has two WBA titles. So, you know, it’s just the next step to see on our path to greatness.”
While Davis has not fought since his controversial draw with Lamont Roach Jr. in March 2025, Schofield Sr. dismissed concerns about ring rust affecting the Baltimore star.
“We know he stayed in the gym.
“‘Tank’ does everything like he’s already had a fight. ‘Tank’ is still a dangerous fighter. It’s going to be a hell of a fight, a big fight for the fans.”
Schofield Sr. also made it clear that his son isn’t looking for the opportunity simply for the payday or exposure.
“We want the fight, and we’re going to win the fight.”
If an agreement is not reached by the June 22 deadline, the WBA could move the bout to determine promotional rights for the event.
