1. Malik Scott (38-2-1)

I believe the Philadelphian is the most likely candidate for Haye next after he was calling the Londoner out on Twitter.

It’s how de Mori got his shot and, as an astute businessman, Haye could use that to his advantage to build the fight, citing that there’s a bit of needle there.

He also ticks a lot of boxes for Haye as he’s an experienced heavyweight who would be an excellent stepping stone towards a world title fight and, most importantly, the tattooed American seems keen to take on the Hayemaker.

Scott’s got a great record but he has already failed to beat a former Haye victim in Dereck Chisora, which will leave boxing fans to draw their own comparisons, resulting in the inevitable critics calling it a farce.

His defeat to Wilder in March 2014 also devalues his credibility somewhat as he only lasted 96 seconds, crumpling under a left hook to the temple followed by a straight right through the Philadelphian’s guard which many fans believed was controversial as the punches barely connected enough to cause any lasting damage, yet he failed to beat the referee’s count.

Haye could also favour Scott because he’s a light hitter, judging by his 32 per cent career knockout rate, and the both are the same age at 35-years-old.

Scott was last seen beating compatriot Tony Thompson on points in October 2015 so has not been out of the ring for long.

Webb’s verdict: Haye wins via knockout

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