Tyson Fury could be forced to fight Deontay Wilder in shock FOURTH time if Dillian Whyte refuses 20% purse

DEONTAY WILDER may be given another chance to win the WBC heavyweight title, if Dillian Whyte declines to fight Tyson Fury.

In their October trio bout, the Bronze Bomber, who had failed to defeat the Gypsy King in their three encounters was eliminated in a devastating manner.

Fury was then instructed to defend his strap against Dillian Whyte (british compatriot and interim champion of the governing body).

Negotiations for the domestic dust-up were delayed by rows over money. The Body Snatcher wanted a 40% split.

In an effort to increase his potential pay package, Whyte brought the WBC to arbitration.

Bob Arum, Fury's US promoter, revealed that Whyte's high-priced demands had given the WBC permission to the Mancunian to find a challenger.

It was announced on Thursday that Fury would only need to pay the ex-british champion 20% of their possible showdown.

The WBC may drop Fury's invitation to fight the Jamaican-born knockout if Fury declines to take part in the squared circle.

Amazingly, Wilder, an Alabama native, is number one on the list.

It remains to be seen if the American would face his rival after he announced his retirement earlier in the month.

If Wilder rejects the fight, Joe Joyce may be offered a chance at the famous belt.

Fury is the 2016 Olympic silver medallist and is currently No2 in WBC rankings. A bout between them would be simple as they share Frank Warren, their promoter.

Andy Ruiz Jr. would be the next in line if this potential encounter fails.

Arum, together with Robert Helenius of Finland, has suggested that the Destroyer could be a viable option for Fury in 2022.

Fury will not be able to win an undisputed bout next if Whyte isn't fighting him. However, unified WBA/WBO and IBF champion Oleksandr Usyk will defend his belts in his rematch with Anthony Joshua.

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