London - After the total debacle of the Mayweather vs. Pacquiao negotiations falling through, rumor has it that British boxer Matthew Hatton, brother of super star Ricky "The Hitman" Hatton and Paul "The Punisher" Williams are being considered to step in against Floyd "Money" Mayweather. Another man has thrown his name into the hat for a potential mega showdown with the flashy superstar, current European Jr., Middleweight Champion Ryan Rhodes (43-4, 29KO's) is ready and willing to bring on !! Rhodes' trainer and co-manager Dave Coldwell has offered his man's services and has this to say...
" I hear that Floyd is willing to come to the UK to showcase his talents, and that they contacted Matthew Hatton originally as well as Williams, Ryan Rhodes is currently ranked # 3 by the WBC, # 4 by the IBF and # 5 by The Ring Magazine; He is the current European Champion and is a big strong Jr., Middleweight coming off The Fight of The Year in Europe and one of the fights of the year worldwide. I believe this would be the better fight to make and a well deserved opportunity for Rhodes if Floyd is willing to cross the pond and accept the challenge."
"Rhodes is one of the most recognizable names in the UK and has the respect of legions of his followers and the media, a Mayweather fight over here would sell out in minutes. If "Money" is serious about wanting to come and show the UK fans what he's all about, then Rhodes is the man he should come and fight" Frank Warren is joint manager along with myself. We could do a Mayweather/Frank Warren Promotion, I also work with Hayemaker Promotions, we could do it joint with them and I'm a promoter myself there's nothing in the way but space and opportunity, Rhodes can fight, he's proved that. He can punch and has balls. If Mayweather wants in on a bit of UK action, we're here and the UK fans would get behind it 100%."