Million-dollar man Michael Conlan ready to follow his American dream

Michael Conlan believes his new professional deal with Top Rank will help him to replicate Conor McGregor’s huge success by tapping into the Irish-American fight market.

Belfast bantamweight Conlan has signed to the US promotional giants following his decision to turn pro after a controversial loss at the Rio Olympics.

McGregor has become a mainstream star in America, earning a basic purse of $3m for his most recent UFC win over Nate Diaz last August, and Conlan hopes to follow the Dubliner’s lead by moving Stateside to launch his pro boxing career.