But we got through and I believe he would beat Usyk as well. 3:34 Joshua vs Fury talks are progressing well, says promoter Eddie Hearn
The WBO are insistent that the belt held by Joshua must be defended against mandatory challenger Usyk, who is also adamant that he wants his opportunity.
This potential pitfall to agreeing Joshua vs Fury could be avoided if the belt was vacated.
Usyk and Joyce are the top two ranked WBO contenders who would then contest the vacant belt.
Joyce rose into his lofty position by inflicting a stoppage defeat on Daniel Dubois in a battle of unbeaten British heavyweights.
Anthony Joshua will weigh-in today for his world heavyweight title fight against Kubrat Pulev at The SSE Arena in Wembley on Saturday, live on Sky Sports Box Office