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The Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury fight has moved closer to a final agreement, but another key issue remains before the heavyweight showdown can be confirmed. Eddie Hearn has confirmed that Joshua has received his full payment from his July 25 victory over Kristian Prenga in Jeddah. The payment had become part of the wider dispute around the Tyson Fury fight after Joshua’s team raised concerns over outstanding money and the proposed move to the United States. Hearn said the two sides are now moving forward “amicably,” but the Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury fight still has no final agreement. The main issue is now the financial impact of moving the fight from Britain to the United States, with Hearn seeking terms that protect Joshua’s earnings. Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury Fight Payment Is Settled Anthony Joshua has now received his full payment for the Kristian Prenga fight. Joshua stopped Prenga in the second round in Jeddah on July 25 after being tested early in the contest. Hearn had previously avoided confirming whether Joshua had received the full purse. That issue has now been resolved, removing one matter from the negotiations over the Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury fight. The payment dispute had become linked to the wider discussions over the proposed Fury fight, although Hearn has stressed that the outstanding payment and the new contract terms were separate matters. Tyson Fury Fight Still Faces US Tax Problem The main issue now concerns the location of the Tyson Fury fight. Joshua’s agreement calls for the bout to take place in the United Kingdom, while organizers want the fight in the United States. Madison Square Garden in New York has emerged as the preferred venue, with November 20 being discussed as the target date. Netflix and Saudi-backed organizers support a U.S. event, but Hearn says moving Joshua from Britain would affect his take-home earnings because of taxation. “We’ve said that our main concern is the tax situation that will deplete his (AJ) net purse by going to America which can be rectified and I think they are happy to do that,” Hearn said. Hearn said Matchroom has submitted terms to deal with that financial difference. “There’s nothing unreasonable in there, to be honest with you,” he said. Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury Decision Nears Hearn said the negotiations are continuing several times each day, but time is running short for the Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury fight to take place on November 20. “We are all good from the last fight and we are all moving forward amicably,” Hearn said. “We don’t want to do the fight in the US but we also understand that it has to work for everybody.” Hearn still prefers Wembley for the Tyson Fury fight, but he accepts that organizers remain focused on America. “There is nothing agreed right now. Will need to make a decision this week. They have replied. They have our terms. It’s up to them,” he said. He added: “The ball is in their court.” For now, the Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury fight remains in negotiations. Joshua has been paid for the Prenga fight, but the final terms for a possible move to New York still need to be settled.