The much anticipated return of the  Mexican Rey Vargas for the fourth defense of his WBC super bantamweight title is handsomely taking shape, according to his promoter Oswaldo Kuchle.

Rey could return to the ring on December 15th as part of the card which will be star Mexican Saul Alvarez in Madison Square Garden in New York.

Rey, who has a promotional contract with the Golden Boy Promotions company, paused his career due to the surgery he underwent  on his left hand in the middle of the year, after defeating the Armenian Hazat Hovhannissyan.  Knowing  the distinct possibility of being part of this mega spectacular, he`s voicing  keen enthusiasm, trusting that this option could be settled during the last days.

“December 15 card is amazing. We really want to be part of it. What better then two Mexican champions on that date,” said Rey.

His promoter suggests that the most appropriate rival is the Venezuelan Franklin Manzanilla, who  defeated Julio “Pollito” Ceja in May.

“It seems that he would be the rival. Nothing confirmed yet. But I will arrive very strong in great shape to defend my title and show everyone just who is the world champion,” he added, also stating:

“We have evolved faster than expected. We  thought it could take a little longer. We`re progressing step by step, taking it calmly according to doctor`s orders. I hope and I want to return very soon.”