Seems that way, Hearns got the cream of the Crop at 168 domestically if this is true, he's also got the new breed on his books.

http://www.boxingscene.com/james-degale-unveiled-matchroom-fighter--76529

Hennessey statement

http://www.fightnews.com/Boxing/hennessy-sports-statement-regarding-james-degale-241206