5 likely ways WWE will split Brock Lesnar and Paul Heyman following Heyman's new role in WWE

WWE recently officially announced that Paul Heyman and Eric Bischoff have become the new Executive Directors of RAW and SmackDown respectively. This means that they would be in charge of the production of RAW and SmackDown from now on.

While neither Heyman nor Bischoff has been announced as on-screen heads of the show, it is quite likely that WWE will soon capitalize on the buzz created by WWE's former rivals, and make them the on-screen authority figures as well.

If and when Heyman does become the manager of RAW, a fallout between Heyman's current client Brock Lesnar and Heyman himself would be inevitable. Let us see the 5 most likely scenario's which would lead to a split between this iconic duo:

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#5 Paul Heyman renounces his role as 'The Advocate'

While an entire generation of pro-wrestling fans remembers Heyman as the creator and mastermind behind the cult known as ECW, he has become nothing more than 'The Advocate' for Brock Lesnar in recent times.

Even though Heyman has been an influential member backstage, on-screen he has played the character of Brock Lesnar's manager ever since The Beast made his comeback to WWE in 2012.

Heyman had served as Lesnar's manager even during his first term in WWE but went on to manage other Superstars such as CM Punk and Cesaro after Lesnar quit WWE in 2004.

With Heyman finally getting at the helm of things and becoming the executive director of RAW, it is quite possible that the former SmackDown General Manager comes out on RAW and simply announces that he will not be able to continue serving as 'The Advocate' for Brock Lesnar as he now has more pressing matters to deal with on a weekly basis.

It has been reported that Lesnar's contract will run out by June of next year, and it is quite possible that he may not continue with WWE. In such a case, it would be wise for WWE to severe the partnership even before Lesnar quits.

#4 Brock Lesnar attacks Paul Heyman

Brock Lesnar is one who doesn't take very kindly at being crossed - especially by his 'trusted' manager Paul Heyman.

We have seen how Brock Lesnar treats Heyman even when the poor fellow makes the slightest mistake. Often disregarding Heyman, and getting impatient if Heyman fails to carry out an order given by Lesnar to the tee.

In such a situation, it is clear that Lesnar will not be very happy with Heyman accepting this new role, which would mean that Heyman will now not be dedicated 24/7 in the service of The Beast.

The former Universal Champion could storm into Heyman's office on RAW and attack the 53-year-old for not being loyal to him. This could lead to Heyman suspending Lesnar for a certain time - which wouldn't make much of a difference as Lesnar is already notorious for his limited number of appearances on RAW.

#3 Failed cash-in leads to trouble in paradise

Brock Lesnar shocked the WWE Universe when he won the MITB contract at the Money in the Bank PPV. While the remaining seven competitors made the match a spectacle, all Lesnar had to do was stroll into the ring casually, climb the ladder and collect the briefcase.

Ever since he won the contract, Lesnar has teased a cash-in on multiple occasions but is yet to actually do so. When Lesnar came out to cash in his contract on Seth Rollins at Super ShowDown, it was an unfortunate slip by Heyman that cost Lesnar the chance to cash-in. The match had not officially started and so Lesnar got to keep the briefcase for the time.

Imagine a scenario where Brock Lesnar officially cashes in on either the WWE Champion or Universal Champion, but an unintentional mistake by Paul Heyman costs The Beast Incarnate the opportunity to become World Champion once again.

Not only will Heyman feel the wrath of Lesnar, but their partnership will certainly be dead for good.

#2 Heyman intentionally costs Lesnar the cash-in

We talked about Paul Heyman costing Lesnar the WWE World Championship unintentionally in the previous slide, but what if Paul does it on purpose?

Now that would be something to watch!

Having gotten tired on Lesnar's constant demands and snubs, what if Heyman has finally had enough of his 41-year-old client and decides to push back for once. There would be no need for Heyman to be at the beck and call of Lesnar anymore, after gaining the powerful position of Executive Director of RAW.

Heyman is a mastermind and could have already ensured safeguards to protect him from Lesnar after he betrays his former client. By doing so, Paul will also ensure that no other Superstar dares to take him lightly. It will transform Heyman's on-screen character from a clever yet meek man to someone who isn't afraid to take a tough call.

#1 Heyman gets a new client

Brock Lesnar is a part-time performer, and as the executive director of RAW, Heyman could take the responsibility of helping out the career of another Superstar, who is present on RAW on a weekly basis.

Surely enough, Lesnar will not agree to share his 'advocate' with another Superstar which could lead to rising tensions between all the parties involved, leading to a blowoff match between Heyman's new client and Brock Lensar.

But who could the new client be?

One great option is Bobby Lashley. The Superstar is in clear need of a mouthpiece and who better than his backstage friend Paul Heyman to do the job. As the Executive Director Heyman can favour Lashley on a weekly basis and provide him with opportunities that would help The Almighty reach new levels of success.

Lashley would also prove to be a viable challenger for Brock Lesnar, as these two behemoths and MMA experts having a match will certainly be a spectacle in itself.