Escudero talking to Strikeforce, Bellator

Escudero said the split with the UFC was amicable, and he has already begun dialogue with other prominent MMA promotions.

“I’m going to take a week off, so I’m not rushing into anything,” he said. “Then, after that, I’m going to decide where I’m going to go.”

The fighter named Strikeforce and Bellator Fighting Championships among those who are interested in his services.

When asked if the UFC expressed interest in having him back after he picked up wins in other promotions, Escudero responded, “kind of like that.”

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