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Welcome to another edition of the WWE Rumor Roundup where we try and bring the biggest rumors from the world of WWE. It has been a great few days for wrestling fans all over, with the returns of Brock Lesnar and Becky Lynch in WWE and CM Punk in AEW.
While CM Punk's return to pro-wrestling has been making waves all over, there could be more top names showing up in the promotion. One name that is likely to join is Daniel Bryan and the other one could be Bray Wyatt. We will take a look at what the future holds for The Eater of the World now that he is done with WWE.
So without any further ado, let us dive in and take a look at some big rumors from WWE:
#5 Former WWE star Bray Wyatt heading to Impact Wrestling or AEW?
Former WWE champion Bray Wyatt will soon be done with his non-compete clause with the company. Wyatt was let go by WWE in July this year as part of budget cuts.
Dave Meltzer of The Observer stated on Sunday Night's Main Event podcast that IMPACT Wrestling are “really after” Bray Wyatt. Interestingly, the backstage belief among ''people in high places'' in AEW is that the former Universal Champion will be signing with them.
Meltzer had earlier said that the most likely landing spot for Bray Wyatt would be AEW. He compared Wyatt's current situation to that of Aleister Black:
"It's not 100%. His non-compete's not up, but it's most likely happening. It's at the same stage when I said Aleister Black long before it's happened. It's at the same stage. It's an expectation that's pretty strong. Put it that way," revealed Dave Meltzer.
With so many former WWE Superstars joining AEW, do you think it would be a good idea for Wyatt to join the crowd or should he sign with a company like Impact Wrestling and help it grow bigger? Tell us in the comments section!
#4 What's next for former WWE Champion John Cena?
John Cena, who lost to Roman Reigns at WWE SummerSlam, has hinted that he is done with the company. PWInsider has reported that the former WWE Champion will make his final appearance for WWE at the SmackDown tapings at Madison Square Garden in New York City on 9/10.
"We are told that Cena is done with future WWE appearances due to filming commitments. Currently, Cena is only scheduled for the 9/10 Friday Night Smackdown taping at Madison Square Garden in New York City."
The report further stated that WWE knows that Cena will be unavailable following MSG and that there is no timetable for a future return as of now.
#2 WWE's current plan for WALTER
PWInsider has stated that WWE Officials are very impressed with former NXT UK Champion WALTER after his match against Ilja Dragunov at NXT Takeover 36. Even though WALTER lost and his 870-day long rein as the UK Champion ended, there is talk of moving him to the main NXT roster.
After his show-stealing match with Ilja Dragunov Sunday night at TakeOver 36, Insider says there is a lot of talk backstage that WALTER needs to be on the main NXT show on a consistent basis. (H/t: CSS)
WALTER has stated in the past that he is not interested in moving his base to the USA. He prefers staying in Europe and while he doesn't mind making the occasional NXT appearance, he is not looking to join full-time.
#2 Goldberg to resume feud with WWE Champion Bobby Lashley
Goldberg lost the WWE Championship match against Bobby Lashley at SummerSlam. The match ended via referee stoppage after Goldberg was unable to continue due to an injured leg.
It was believed this was WWE's way of protecting Goldberg from taking a pin at SummerSlam as he lost his match against Drew McIntyre at Royal Rumble clean. However, Wade Keller of PWTorch has said this was more likely done to set up a rematch instead of just protecting Goldberg from a pin.
''This seems like more setting up a rematch than generically protecting Goldberg,'' said Keller.
After the match Lashley was attacked by Goldberg's son Gage from behind. The All Mighty swiftly put the 15-year-old in the Hurt Lock, which further indicates that the program between Goldberg and Lashley isn't over yet.
Should Goldberg return to feud with Bobby Lashley, or does The All-Mighty need a new opponent? Sound off in the comments!
#1 Details on Pete Dunne's WWE contract
NXT Superstar Pete Dunne's future in WWE seems uncertain. Fightful Select reported that Dunne was offered a contract extension by WWE after his contract ended. Much like in Adam Cole's case, the officials were unaware that his contract was already up.
The report stated that the former NXT UK Champion had been offered an extension ahead of the SummerSlam weekend. There is no word on the length of the contract or information on whether he has signed it or not.
Would you like to see Pete Dunne continue with WWE? Tell us in the comments.
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