The future of Saul Canelo Alvarez is once again at the center of the world boxing conversation in 2026. Influential Saudi promoter and businessman Turki Alalshikh has publicly stated his intention to keep the Mexican champion under contract for the next five to seven years, with the goal of staging large-scale events that could include a historic farewell in Mexico.
For the millions of Hispanic fans living in the United States – where Canelo is one of the highest-grossing Latino athletes – this potential deal could mark the final stretch of one of the most successful careers in boxing history.
What is known about the new contract?
Turki Alalshikh, a key figure in the expansion of boxing in Saudi Arabia, has declared his interest in Canelo Alvarez remaining involved in his projects.
This over an extended period, not just for one or two fights, but for five or even seven years.
According to Alalshikh’s own public statements, the plan envisages major international fighting.
As well as the possibility that the Mexican’s final fights will take place in Mexico with a massive event.
So far, what has been confirmed is that Canelo Alvarez will return to the ring in September 2026 in Saudi Arabia as part of his current deal.
He also has at least one other fight pending under this same agreement, tentatively scheduled for early 2027.
A historic farewell in Mexico?
One of the ideas proposed is to organize a farewell function in Mexican territory with a large attendance.
Although there is no official confirmation of the venue, date or opponent, the concept has generated enormous expectation among the fans of the champion from Guadalajara.
For the Mexican community in the United States – especially in cities such as Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Chicago and Houston – a possible final fight in Mexico would have a strong emotional and commercial impact.
Many fans often travel to see Canelo Alvarez live, as has been the case in Las Vegas, where he has historically headlined on home dates.
The plan includes major international fights
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The legacy of Canelo Alvarez
Canelo Alvarez is the first Mexican boxer to become undisputed champion in the era of the four bodies (WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO) at super middleweight.
Throughout his career he has faced the likes of Gennady Golovkin, Dmitry Bivol and other world champions.
Consolidating his position as one of the highest paid athletes in the world in recent years.
His convening power in the United States has been key to the growth of Latino boxing, becoming a reference for new generations.
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