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Haye to face Klitschko

David Haye has finally secured a shot at the world heavyweight title after signing a contract to take on Ukrainian champion Wladimir Klitschko.

Following around four months of negotiations, a deal has at last been agreed for the former undisputed cruiserweight champion to take on IBF and WBO champion Klitschko.

Contracts were signed on Wednesday night for the bout to take place on June 20 with the venue "90%" certain to be in Germany, according to Haye himself.

"Everything is not 100% nailed down yet with the venue," said a spokesman for Haye.

"Apparently the Klitschkos have got four deals in place with different locations and are basically now working out which one makes the most financial sense.

"Everything else is agreed, it will be June 20 100%."

Setanta Sports will televise the contest.

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