Conor McGregor is losing patience as uncertainty continues to surround his long-awaited return to the Octagon.
The former two-division UFC champion has not competed since 2021, when he suffered a devastating broken ankle during his trilogy bout against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. Since then, fans have repeatedly called for his comeback, while McGregor himself has consistently teased a return.
For a moment, it appeared almost certain that McGregor would headline the rumored UFC White House event scheduled for June. However, ongoing delays have complicated those expectations, leaving the Irish superstar increasingly frustrated.
On Monday morning, McGregor took to social media to publicly express his displeasure with the situation.
“Day 15 of ‘I accept, send the contract,’” McGregor wrote in a now-deleted post on X.
The message came shortly after the 37-year-old revealed that he had agreed to face what he described as “a no-name” opponent, suggesting that negotiations had already progressed on his end.
Despite McGregor’s claim, UFC CEO Dana White offered a very different version of events during the UFC Houston post-fight press conference.
“If it was done and he had accepted, I would announce it,” White said.
The conflicting statements have only fueled speculation that the promotion may be delaying McGregor’s comeback, possibly pushing his return beyond the anticipated White House event.
At this stage, the identity of McGregor’s opponent remains unclear. The former champion has stayed active in training while waiting for confirmation, but uncertainty continues to define the situation.
For years, many believed longtime rival Michael Chandler would welcome McGregor back to competition. The two served as opposing coaches on The Ultimate Fighter, and their rivalry built significant anticipation for a fight that never materialized.
White recently dismissed the possibility, suggesting the matchup is now in the past. McGregor, however, still views Chandler as the ideal opponent for his return.
“It should be that, yes,” McGregor replied to a fan who suggested the comeback should be against Chandler “or nothing.”
The saga surrounding McGregor’s return has stretched on for several years. He was previously scheduled to fight Chandler at UFC 303 but withdrew due to injury. Since then, timelines have shifted repeatedly, creating ongoing uncertainty about when, or against whom, he will finally compete again.
Last week, McGregor stated that the UFC had already presented him with a date and opponent, adding that he immediately accepted and has been waiting ever since for official paperwork.
“I accepted the fight. I’m ready,” McGregor has repeatedly implied through his social media updates.
For now, the sport’s biggest draw remains on the sidelines, training and waiting while negotiations continue behind the scenes. Until the contract arrives, McGregor’s comeback remains one of MMA’s biggest unanswered questions and his patience appears to be wearing thin.
