Teofimo Lopez wants Ryan Garcia, but Ryan will not be available for several months. That gives Lopez time to satisfy his WBA obligation against Jack Catterall instead of protecting his position while Ryan takes another fight.
Ryan discussed returning against Isaac Cruz or Angel Fierro in December or January before targeting Teofimo around Cinco de Mayo. Teofimo does not need to spend that entire period waiting.
WBA president Gilberto Mendoza stated in July that the winner of the bout between Rolly Romero and Teofimo must face Catterall next. Catterall now wants that commitment enforced.
“I expect the WBA and Gilberto Mendoza to stand on
