Speculation is growing about Chris Jericho’s future in wrestling, with many signs indicating he might return to WWE once his current contract with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) concludes. Reports from Sports Illustrated and @WrestleVotes suggest that key figures in AEW believe Jericho’s time there is coming to an end. This aligns with WWE insiders who have anticipated his return for some time. According to WrestleVotes, WWE officials have expected Jericho’s comeback since August of last year, with strong interest from within the company, including current WWE talent advocating for his return. It’s even predicted that a deal with WWE could be finalized soon after his AEW contract ends.
This is not entirely new information, as WrestlingVotes Radio revealed back in August 2025 that WWE showed interest in bringing Jericho back, with expectations of a deal finalization once Jericho’s AEW contract concludes. This anticipation remains firm going into the end of the year.
Jericho’s AEW contract is set to expire on December 31, 2025. He hasn’t appeared on an AEW show since April, and reports indicate AEW has no creative plans for him. His absence at the recent “world end” pay-per-view event has only added to the speculation. On his YouTube livestream on December 27, Jericho responded to a fan’s question about returning to WWE with a cryptic, “You never know. You never know.” Earlier in 2025, he also hinted to the media that fans would likely see him wrestling somewhere in 2026.
The WWE episode of Monday Night Raw on January 5, 2026, taking place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, could be a potential moment for Jericho’s debut. If WWE wants to kick off the first big Raw of 2026 with impact, Jericho’s return would definitely be a monumental event.
Fan Take: WWE fans should be excited by the prospect of Jericho’s return, as his presence always adds star power and veteran charisma. This move could inject fresh energy into WWE storylines and bring a new level of excitement to the sport in 2026.
