Bellator CEO rooting for Eddie Alvarez, but unlikely to bend on tourney format

Former Bellator lightweight champ Eddie Alvarez has two fights remaining on his contract and could be with the promotion for at least another year.

While he's often defended the promotion, Alvarez also has expressed a desire to fight the best in his class, who largely reside in the UFC. He's also campaigned for an immediate rematch with Michael Chandler.

Bellator CEO Bjorn Rebney wants to re-sign Alvarez. But at this point, Rebney is committed to the tournament format that separates Bellator from other fight promotions.

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