Valuev Plans to Hit London After Beating David Haye

By Terence Dooley

Nikolay Valuev hopes to break British, and Cockney, hearts on November the 7th when he takes on Bermondsey’s David Haye in Nuremberg, Germany.  Valuev- a giant at 7’ – intends to make things up to the British fans, though; Nikolay has told The Sun that he will be happy to return to Great Britain should he defeat Haye. The giant Russian also plans to visit his compatriot Andrey Arshavin – who plays for Arsenal FC.

Valuev fought Neil Kirkwood and Darren Fearn on these shores early in his career before going onto win the WBA heavyweight title.  The ‘Beast from the East’ has, by all accounts, cut a relaxed figure ahead of his dust-up with Haye, telling the media that he is already planning his victory tour.

“Andrey is a good friend of mine who has now moved to London to play for Arsenal,” revealed Andrey.  “My wife, Galya, and I plan to visit him in London next month.  I want to experience the atmosphere of a Premier League game and Andrey plays for one of the top teams.  Of course, I hope to go to London with my world title after beating Haye.  Maybe I can celebrate by watching Andrey score for Arsenal.  Now that would be fantastic to see.  Early in my career I fought in London twice and I'd think about fighting there again.”

First, though, Valuev must get by Haye, who intends to use his speed and power to discuss the 36-year-old Russian bear.  David gives away 9-inches in this fight, the grit and strength of Valuev will also be a huge factor.  It is an intriguing clash of size versus speed and will be televised by Sky Sports PPV.

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