Justin Gaethje hitting Nick Newell (left) (photo via Lucas Noonan / WSOF)

By FCF Staff

Following recent reports that Justin Gaethje was close to finalizing a contract with the UFC, the former WSOF champ is reporting he’s signed with the world’s biggest MMA promotion.

Recently Gaethje tweeted out the comments below. The UFC, however, has not made any official announcement yet regarding the signing.

The 28 year-old lightweights heads to the UFC having gone 17-0 to date in pro action. Gaethje went 10-0 during his run with WSOF.

@ufc Lets C one of the "big league boys" put me to sleep. I want the scariest lightweight possible first. This 0 has to go! Contract signed

— Justin Gaethje (@Justin_Gaethje) May 4, 2017