Eddie Hearn, the head of Matchroom Boxing, has confirmed that discussions have been revived regarding the possibility of staging the highly anticipated clash between heavyweight champions Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua at London's iconic Wembley Stadium. The prospect of the bout taking place in the capital has re‑emerged after a period of uncertainty when New York's Madison Square Garden appeared to be the frontrunner for hosting the event.
Initially, negotiations hit a significant roadblock when the promoters of both fighters seemed to favour the allure of the American venue. Madison Square Garden, with its storied boxing history and massive global media exposure, was being positioned as the preferred location, creating a stalemate that threatened to derail plans for a UK‑based showdown. However, Hearn recently took to his social media channels to announce that Wembley is back on the table. In his statement, Hearn expressed gratitude to fans for their overwhelming enthusiasm, writing: "I want to thank everyone for the unbelievable support!
You have been heard and talks have now re‑opened for Wembley. Let's make history with one of the biggest sporting moments the British flag has ever seen." The message was a clear signal that the promoter is actively pursuing a solution that satisfies both the fighters' ambitions and the desires of British boxing supporters. Sky Sports reached out to Fury's long‑time promoter Frank Warren for comment, but the focus has largely shifted to Hearn's renewed outreach. In a separate interview on the streaming platform DAZN, Hearn disclosed that he had spoken directly with the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, to explore how the fight could be accommodated at Wembley.
"I spoke to Sadiq Khan today. There's a narrative going around that Netflix wants the fight to accommodate the American audience a little bit later. I get that, so we could do the fight later in Britain, but everybody is saying 'you can't do that, there's a curfew at Wembley'. Sadiq Khan has come back and said 'woah guys, we'll move heaven and earth to get this fight in London'," Hearn explained.
The mayor's involvement adds a political dimension to the negotiations. Khan has been vocal about his desire to see the bout on home soil, emphasizing the importance of keeping the fight in front of the British fan base. In a televised interview with Sky Sports News, Khan acknowledged the financial allure of Madison Square Garden but urged the promoters to prioritize the local audience: "I understand the temptation of going to Madison Square Garden.
I understand the temptation of the money and the offer, but the fans are here. We've been loyal to Tyson and to Anthony. We love them both, and we'd love to see them boxing here in London." Khan further highlighted the massive viewership potential, noting that a Wembley showdown could attract 100,000 spectators on the night and millions more watching worldwide. He stressed that both fighters recognize the deep affection British fans have for them, and he called on the promoters to align their plans with the athletes' preferences.
"I'm positive Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua know how much we love both of them. I'm not sure how much the promoters know how much we love both of them, but my message to the promoters is why don't you do what Tyson and Anthony want, which is get the fight in London," he said.
In addition to his public statements, Khan revealed that he has been in direct contact with Eddie Hearn. The Matchroom chairman approached the mayor's office seeking assistance in navigating logistical challenges, and Khan affirmed his willingness to cooperate: "We've hosted some of the biggest boxing events in history in London during my mayoralty.
Many British fans are fans of Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. Both Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua recognise the importance of British boxing fans. The promoters know we're here to help. We've approached those in the know to say we're here to help.
Eddie Hearn has approached us and we're keen to work with Eddie and the team." Both fighters have remained active in the ring while negotiations continue. Anthony Joshua sharpened his form in July with a second‑round knockout of Kristian Prenga, though he suffered two knock‑downs in the opening round before rallying to secure the victory. Tyson Fury also fought in July, delivering a decisive seventh‑round stoppage against Mariusz Wach, reinforcing his status as a dominant heavyweight champion. The renewed talks have reignited speculation among fans and analysts about the logistical and regulatory hurdles that must be cleared for a Wembley event.
Issues such as the venue's curfew, broadcast timing for international audiences, and the financial split between the UK and US markets are all under scrutiny. Nevertheless, the combined enthusiasm of the fighters, promoters, and the mayor suggests a strong momentum toward making the fight a reality in London.
If the negotiations succeed, the Fury‑Joshua encounter at Wembley would not only be a landmark moment for British sport but also a massive commercial spectacle, potentially drawing unprecedented pay‑per‑view numbers and cementing the legacy of both champions. The boxing world will be watching closely as Hearn, Warren, Khan, and the athletes themselves work to finalize the details, hoping to deliver what could become one of the most memorable heavyweight bouts of the decade.