Tyson Fury in 'fight mode' with eyes on one person after Anthony Joshua's loss to Usyk

Tyson Fury is reportedly training 'like a maniac' ahead of his competitive draft against Oleksandr Usyk. Although still technically retired following a breakdown in negotiations with Derek Chisora, Fury is currently in talks with Usyk for the undisputed unification bout to happen next.

According to his American promoter, Bob Arum, the fight is scheduled for February 11 or February 18 next year, with Saudi Arabia the likeliest destination as the deal nears conclusion .

With so much at stake, Fury is sparing no effort in his preparations. A source close to the 34-year-old says the Mancunian is in 'fighting mode' with retirement being 'the last thing on his mind'.

"Tyson is training really, really hard. He's in fight mode and totally focused on Usyk," they said. training. He wants to be in the best shape of his life and is working towards a contest in early 2023.

"Right now he's like possessed and retirement is the last thing on his mind. Training is where Tyson is happiest and right now he's been working hard."< /p>

There is considerable buzz around the super fight but money could be an issue. Fury recently demanded he be given the colossal sum of £500million to fight the Ukrainian and threatened to walk away from the deal if the funds aren't raised by August 31.

Speaking to , he said: "Everyone keeps asking about this fight with this Ukrainian. Are you going to come back? Are you going to do this? Are you going to do this? I'm retired from boxing and am very happy to do this. However, I will be back but it must be for obscene sums of money.

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"Let's face it, it's not Anthony Joshua - which I would have done for free in England. He's a stranger no one really cares about. To fight this unknown entity and give it an opportunity for legendary status? They have to pay for it.

“I don't mind throwing a bone at a dog, but I don't want to throw the whole fucking dog house at it. offers.

"I want it in writing with proof of funds. This fight is purely about money. I'm happily retired. I don't need the money, I have plenty."< /p>

Meanwhile, it has been claimed that Fury and Usyk have already agreed to split the purse and may end up fighting in February in the Middle East.