James DeGale in talks with Chris Eubank Jr over mega-fight after ditching IBF super-middleweight belt

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JAMES DeGALE is in talks with Chris Eubank Jr over a mega-money fight, according to reports.


The British superstar, 32, ditched his IBF super-middleweight title so that he could focus on securing "massive fights".



 James DeGale is in talks with Chris Eubank Jr over a massive domestic fight
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James DeGale is in talks with Chris Eubank Jr over a massive domestic fight

And according to the Mirror, a showdown with former IBO super-middleweight champ Eubank Jr could be on the cards.


The 28-year-old taunted DeGale after his bout with Badou Jack and accused him of avoiding fights.



But the former Olympic gold medallist has stated in the past that he would fight Eubank Jr if the money was right.


Billy Joe Saunders and George Groves could also fancy a crack at the West London ace.



 Chris Eubank Jr previously held the WBA interim and British middleweight titles between 2015 and 2016
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Chris Eubank Jr previously held the WBA interim and British middleweight titles between 2015 and 2016

DeGale dropped his IBF super-middleweight belt because he did not want to just face mandatory challengers.


Speaking about his decision, he said: "My team have been working very hard and we've got some very big, exciting news to announce soon.



"No world champion easily gives up his title.





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 The British star is looking to leave a legacy in the ring and gave up his IBF title to chase big fights
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The British star is looking to leave a legacy in the ring and gave up his IBF title to chase big fights

"I've proudly held the IBF title in two reigns with pride and distinction, which is why it makes a very hard decision to relinquish the belt.


"I'm in the final phase of my career with a few good years left to be involved in massive fights and really leave a legacy."


He lost the IBF title to Caleb Truax in December 2017 before he won it back from the American four months later.



 James DeGale could target a showdown with rival George Groves
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James DeGale could target a showdown with rival George Groves



JAMES DeGALE is in talks with Chris Eubank Jr over a mega-money fight, according to reports.

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