It’s been a while since Canelo Alvarez has looked like, well, Canelo Alvarez. The future Hall of Famer struggled against William Scull on May 3 but still found a way to eke out a close but clear unanimous decision. His luck however, ran out a few weeks ago. Terence Crawford, who moved up two divisions, outboxed Alvarez at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Although he no longer has a world title, Alvarez (63-3-2, 39 KOs) didn’t sound like he's ready to walk away. If he plans on sticking around and having success, Oscar De La Hoya has a suggestion on what he should do. “Get a new trainer,” he told Fight Hub TV. Eddy Reynoso and Alvarez have been tied at the hip from the beginning. Following decision defeats to Floyd Mayweather (2013) and Dmitry Bivol (2021), Alvarez continued his partnership with the former Trainer of the Year.

Loyalty is something De La Hoya normally respects, but not in this situation. He doesn't think Alvarez will get any better if he remains put. “I can’t advise him on retiring or staying in boxing,” he said. “That’s a very personal decision, but I can say hey, get a new trainer. You’ll do better. A new trainer will teach you different tricks.” After losing his undisputed throne to Crawford (42-0, 31 KOs), Alvarez plans on relaxing before announcing his next move.

De La Hoya, who once promoted Alvarez, doesn’t believe his time near the top of the sport is over. The former six-division champ feels he can rebuild and comeback, provided Reynoso is no longer by his side. “He still has a chance to fight several more fights with the elites,” De La Hoya said. “But he needs a new trainer.”