Jorge Rivera signs four-fight deal with UFC

Jorge Rivera has inked a new four-fight contract with the UFC, the Boston Herald reports.

Rivera has competed ten times for the UFC since UFC 44 "Undisputed" in September 2003. In 2006, Rivera signed on with "The Ultimate Fighter 4: The Comeback" to compete in the show's middleweight competition.

Rivera won a split decision in April against former WEC competitor Nissen Osterneck at UFC Fight Night 18 in Nashville. According to the Boston Herald, Rivera is hoping for a return in early fall once he finishes rehabbing an injured left shoulder.