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Huck would fight Bellew at Goodison Park

Tony Bellew earned a shot at Marco Huck following his split decision victory against Nathan Cleverly © Getty Images

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WBO cruiserweight champion Marco Huck says he would be prepared to defend his belt against Tony Bellew at Goodison Park.

Bellew inflicted revenge on Nathan Cleverly last weekend in their WBO title eliminator and has already expressed his desire to fight for a world title - particularly at the home of his beloved Everton FC - in what would be only his fourth fight at cruiserweight level.

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Huck told World Boxing News a fight on English soil would interest him, but only if negotiations can be agreed.

"Goodison Park would be an interesting venue to stage the fight and I have always said that I am happy to fight in the UK if the circumstances are right," Huck said.

"I like the atmosphere the Brits create inside a stadium and I also know that the Scousers are very passionate people. I am sure I could win them over with my aggressive and entertaining style and that me against Bellew can entertain the people of Liverpool."

Bellew, who previously lost to Cleverly at light-heavyweight level for the WBO title in 2011, has called for promoter Eddie Hearn to deliver him a third shot at a world title.

He stated via Twitter that a Goodison Park scrap with Huck "sounds good", although the German believes he would prove a much tougher prospect than Cleverly.

Huck added: "A fight against me would be explosive though as we both like to trade and are always up for a scrap. As they say styles make fights, and in this case me and Bellew would definitely set the ring on fire.

"If I am honest I would be surprised if he wants to fight me though as he was average against a guy who isn't a real cruiserweight. If he actually dares to step into the ring with me he has another thing coming for him. I am 'the' cruiserweight to beat right now and I assure you that I am the real thing."

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