For such a “non-story” as people have dubbed it, it is getting a whole lot of attention on social media and media in general.
Is it likely to happen, no, but stranger things have happened. When Dana White was asked about the possibility here is what he had to say.
Appearing on the Dan Patrick show, White said that negotiations for the fight would have to go through the UFC, as McGregor is currently under contract.
“We haven’t talked about it. Conor McGregor’s under contract with the UFC,” White said. “If Floyd wants to fight Conor—call me, Floyd.”
In general that is no different that Mayweather negotiating with Bob Arum or Oscar De La Hoya. UFC is McGregor’s promoter and it looks like they are seeing potential dollar signs.