CM Punk returning to WWE could lead to multiple top stars leaving the company, according to fans

CM Punk has been away from pro wrestling since All In 2023, but he is still among the most talked about names in the business. After his AEW firing, The Second City Saint has been rumored to join WWE. Wrestling Twitter recently reacted to Punk possibly returning to his old stomping grounds.

While many believe Punk is headed to WWE, some recent reports have suggested that the Stamford-based company may not bring him back. The former world champion left the sports entertainment juggernaut on bad terms in 2014, raising questions about his next move.

A Twitter account recently posted an image that predicted how several WWE stars could jump ship to AEW if they re-hired Punk after nine years. The list included top names like Seth Rollins, Becky Lynch, Kevin Owens, and Sami Zayn.

The post elicited varied reactions from fans, with many suggesting how many performers disliked The Second City Saint. You can view some of the notable responses below:

The wrestling world took jibes at the former AEW star

If CM Punk does return to WWE, it will be interesting to see how the current roster will react to his arrival. It's no secret that some talents in the company don't like Punk.

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Dutch Mantell predicts CM Punk will return to WWE at Survivor Series 2023

WWE veteran Dutch Mantell recently discussed CM Punk's potential return to the company.

Over the past few weeks, WWE has referenced Punk several times, including allowing Shinsuke Nakamura to use the former world champion's GTS maneuver and using quotes from his past promos.

On an episode of Sportskeeda's Smack Talk, Mantell predicted that Punk would return to World Wrestling Entertainment despite contradictory reports.

"I still think this is a misdirection. I think we’re going to see him. He’s floating out there, and I think they’re going to do it." [51:37 - 51:52]

It remains to be seen what's next for The Second City Saint in pro wrestling. Will he return at Survivor Series in Chicago? Only time will tell.

Do you think the roster will welcome Punk back into the fold? Tell us in the comments section below.