The news was confirmed on Monday by Turki Alalshikh, who announced via social media that a contract for a major fight had been signed. "To my friends in Great Britain - it’s happening. It’s signed." To my friends in Great Britain - it’s happening 🦁. It’s signed ✍️🥊 According to available information, the clash between the two British heavyweights is planned for the last quarter of the year, specifically between October and December, barring unforeseen circumstances. Before stepping into the ring with Fury, Joshua must complete another task. Namely, on July 25 in Riyadh, he is set to face Kristian Prenga. Prenga boasts an impressive record, with 21 wins from as many fights, 20 of which came by knockout, making him a serious obstacle on the path to the big British derby. The tension between Joshua and Fury escalated further earlier this month after Fury’s victory over Arslanbek Mahmudov. The match was held at Tottenham Stadium, where Fury publicly called out his rival. "I challenge you, Anthony Joshua, to fight me. Do you accept?" Fury said to the crowd. Joshua initially did not respond but later fired back. "I hit you when we were kids, and I’ll hit you again. I’m the boss, you work for me." Fury did not hold back. "He’s next. He’ll be knocked out, believe me." Adding fuel to the fire, Netflix earlier announced the clash. "It’s happening. Fury vs. Joshua. This autumn, live." Everything points to the fight having a global reach and immense commercial significance. After the exchange of words, Joshua stated that he avoids no one but wants to ensure everything is ready both inside and outside the ring. He particularly highlighted the difficult period following a car accident in December that claimed the lives of his close friends. "We need to go through negotiations. I’ve been here many times. Until we’re in the ring, there’s no fight," Joshua said, recalling previous failed attempts to reach an agreement, including potential matches with Deontay Wilder. If everything goes according to plan, the boxing world will finally get the duel that has been awaited for over a decade—a clash of two great personalities and two completely different styles, in a fight that could define the heavyweight era.