Speculation is circulating that Vince McMahon, despite facing ongoing legal challenges, is interested in repurchasing WWE from its current owner, TKO. While the idea seems highly improbable at this point, fans continue to debate whether McMahon might return to lead WWE once again.
The rumors originated when former WWE employee Jonathan Coachman mentioned on the Behind the Turnbuckle podcast that McMahon, according to an unnamed WWE insider, wishes to buy back the company. However, Masked J from PW Nexus disputed these claims, stating that TKO has no intention of selling WWE, though the source of the original report remains unclear.
Common sense suggests that McMahon likely lacks the financial means to reacquire WWE. Sean Ross Sapp from Fightful expressed skepticism on Twitter, noting that McMahon probably cannot afford such a purchase.
Despite this, fans fiercely argue about McMahon’s potential return. Some fans remind others of the poor quality of WWE programming in the late 2010s and early 2020s under McMahon’s leadership, noting that TKO has performed well in its first year. Meanwhile, others seem to overlook McMahon’s serious legal accusations and express hope for his comeback, calling it the “most epic comeback ever.” A nostalgic moment on Raw recently played McMahon’s theme music, hinting at his historical significance to WWE and its 2001 acquisition of WCW.
Most agree that a McMahon-led buyback is highly unlikely without a wealthy investor, and with TKO unlikely to sell, the possibility is remote. Regardless of the outcome of Janelle Grant’s lawsuit, this may mark the end of McMahon’s era in professional wrestling.
Fan Take: This news resonates deeply with WWE fans because Vince McMahon has been a pivotal figure in shaping the wrestling world for decades. Whether or not he returns, the discussion underscores fans’ passion for WWE’s future and the lasting impact of its leadership on the sport.
