The discussion between the two featherweights’ camps have been going on for several days and they have now finally reached a verbal agreement.

Edgar (19-4-1) has won four consecutive fights, recently defeating Mendes teammate Urijah Faber. Mendes (17-3) has lost only to Jose Aldo and Connor McGregor in his UFC career.

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