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Hearn lifts lid on Wembley late-night talks for Joshua-Fury
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Eddie Hearn has opened up over venue issues for Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury, admitting that they must "find a solution".
The British pair originally signed terms following the latter's comeback win over Arslanbek Makhmudov for a bout on home soil.
Rumours of a change have persisted however, with discussions suggesting any clash could head overseas for the duo instead.
His Excellency Turki Alalshikh is now eyeing a post-midnight show at Wembley Stadium, and Hearn has confirmed those talks.
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"What he said was a reflection of the meeting," he told DAZN News. "Netflix wants the biggest audience possible for this fight.
"So there is an opportunity to do the fight in America, or to do the fight in the UK, but make it later to cater for the US fans.
"That comes with its own resistance from UK fight fans. [We] signed a contract that said the fight must take place in the UK."
Hearn acknowledged Joshua remains keen for a home fight, while admitting support would be needed from local authorities.
"If you don't want to entertain the fight in America, we've got to try and find a solution," he added. "So, that solution's ongoing.
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"I think it's difficult to do a fight at that time without the support of [Mayor of London] Sadiq Khan and Transport for London.
"It just won't be possible unless the infrastructure is there to service the fans. I just spent a couple of days in camp with Joshua.
"He is pretty adamant he wants the fight in the UK. That's why we put that clause in the contract. Those conversations will continue."
Hearn acknowledged confirmation could be imminent however, particularly if His Excellency hopes to launch after Joshua faces Prenga.
"Knowing [him], should 'AJ' and Fury be successful respectfully, he'll want to announce in Jeddah with a venue locked in," he added.
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