Speculation And Buzz Surrounding Edge’s Potential Move To AEW – Rumors have been circulating fervently about WWE Hall of Famer Edge’s potential transition to AEW following his victory against Sheamus on Friday’s SmackDown in Toronto, a momentous event celebrated as the 25th Anniversary of Edge’s illustrious WWE career. You cal also click here for Edge’s post-match speech.

In the lead-up to the recent SmackDown, Edge openly disclosed to the media that his showdown with Sheamus marked the conclusion of his existing WWE contract. Reports from Better Wrestling Experience indicated that there were talks of a contract extension, but that’s the last update on the matter.

A subsequent revelation has brought to light that Edge’s WWE contract doesn’t officially expire until the end of September, despite the Sheamus match being deemed the contract’s culmination. Edge himself confirmed the September timeline during a pre-SmackDown interview. In the midst of this, a report from Fightful Select has emerged, indicating that WWE insiders suggested Edge was granted an extension due to injury. However, those close to Edge were unable to verify this claim.

The prospect of Edge venturing into AEW is gaining momentum, with insiders speculating about the likelihood. In all likelihood, Edge would revert to his real name, Adam Copeland, as WWE holds the rights to the Edge moniker. Notably, confidantes of Edge revealed earlier this year that the idea of him joining AEW isn’t as far-fetched as one might assume. A close relationship with Christian Cage and AEW World Tag Team Champions FTR lends credence to this speculation, as they aided his preparation for his triumphant ring comebacks.

Interestingly, discussions regarding Edge’s AEW move were underway even before his declaration that the Sheamus match would mark his WWE contract’s finale. AEW President Tony Khan’s interest in securing Edge’s services predates the confirmation of his potential in-ring return in 2019. Edge himself initiated conversations with WWE Chairman Vince McMahon and outlined the discussions, with McMahon favoring a WWE comeback if it were to happen. The return was contingent upon medical evaluations and tests, facilitated by WWE.

Additionally, reports from Ringside News quoted a tenured member of WWE’s creative team stating that Edge’s WWE contract negotiations fell through. Moreover, current internal speculation within WWE leans towards Edge “ending up in AEW.”

In a report by PWInsider, insiders within the SmackDown sphere inferred that Edge’s actual WWE contract termination is projected for October (or the end of September, as mentioned earlier). This conclusion is drawn from Edge’s statements to local media in Toronto and backstage comments. This timeline effectively rules out any surprise appearances by Edge at AEW All In in London.

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Speculation And Buzz Surrounding Edge’s Potential Move To AEW