10 stars who might sign with WWE in 2019

#10. Kenny Omega

Kenny Omega of New Japan Pro Wrestling

Pro Wrestling Illustrated's 2018 #1 pick on the top 500 wrestlers in the world, Kenny Omega is not greatly known outside of sports entertainment, but within the confines of pro wrestling, he is already a living legend.

Yet another success story of a North American wrestler working in Japan, Kenny follows in the footsteps of such legends as Stan "The Lariat" Hansen, Big Van Vader, and Dr Death Steve Williams. His immense popularity despite being both a heel wrestler and a 'gaijin', or Westerner, is a testament to his superbly polished skill and incredible athleticism.

In the states, Kenny Omega was told to keep his nerd like, Japanese anime fandom tendencies hidden, and portray either a 'cool' surfer character or a silent badass. However, he has won his fans over in Japan by putting a lot of his own goofy personality traits into his wrestling persona, like cosplaying and naming his moves after video game characters.

In 2017 there was huge speculation that Omega would sign with the WWE and make his debut at the Royal Rumble. John Cena stoked the fires by posting a pic of Omega on Twitter. However, Omega chose to re-sign with NJPW for another two years....a contract that comes to an end in early 2019, making fans hopeful he could make the leap this time.

What he brings to the table for WWE: Much like AJ Styles, Omega is a top tier wrestler who can have a great match with almost any opponent. Wrestling fans all over the world know his name, and he has already made friends in WWE with the New Day.

There you have it: Ten wrestlers who could sign with WWE before the end of 2019. Who would you like to see signed? Please comment and let us know, and thanks for reading.

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