Chris Jericho WWE return rumors have again surged after speculation that the veteran wrestler might leave AEW to rejoin WWE, especially following his latest absence from Monday Night RAW. Although many fans anticipated his appearance on the recent international episode in Düsseldorf, Germany, Jericho did not attend, but instead used social media to highlight a new personal project.
In recent months, talk surrounding Chris Jericho’s status with All Elite Wrestling has intensified as he remains on hiatus from the Tony Khan-led company. Reports indicated Jericho’s contract may have expired last year, fueling belief among fans that he could make his WWE comeback at the first Monday Night RAW of 2026. Despite this mounting anticipation, Jericho did not appear at the recent show, and questions about his next move continue to circulate in the wrestling world.
Jericho Focuses on Personal Projects Amid Silence on Wrestling Future
This week, as WWE presented Monday Night RAW in Düsseldorf, a large segment of the WWE Universe speculated that the former AEW World Champion might return with a surprise appearance. However, Jericho remained absent from the live event. Instead, just hours ahead of the broadcast, Jericho emerged on Instagram to promote his ongoing podcast, “Talk is Jericho.” His latest episode featured a candid discussion with rap legend Method Man, in which they covered a range of topics from music and entertainment to wrestling memories and personal stories.
“Great chat with my bro @methodmanofficial LIVE from @spookyempire in Orlando on @talkisjericho NOW! We talk the time I put my feet on his couch in Staten Island, his massive comic book collection, being a huge horror movie fan, his first job working CONCESSIONS at the #StatueOfLiberty, the early days of @wutangclan, their final tour, his thoughts on #ODB & @rza, moving his focus into acting, bombing an audition for #JodiFoster, why he thinks #darockwilder was such a huge hit, his thoughts on Doo Wop music, pro wrestling receipts, his favorite #WuTang song and more on @spotify, @itunes & @audacy NOW!”
– Jericho wrote in the caption.
Status with AEW Remains Uncertain Despite Rumors of Departure
Amid the ongoing speculation, Jericho’s status in AEW remains ambiguous. Normally, when AEW ends a relationship with a performer, their profile is removed from the promotion’s roster page—a reliable indicator of official departures. However, despite rumors of an expired contract, Fightful Select reported that Jericho’s profile persists on the company’s website. This detail has left fans and industry observers questioning whether The Learning Tree’s journey with AEW is truly finished or if another chapter could unfold.
Adding to the confusion, the same report found no evidence of internal AEW communications about Jericho’s exit. The absence of any official memos indicates that his departure from the company is yet to be finalized, leaving open the possibility of his continued involvement with AEW or another major wrestling moment in the future.
Future Moves Unclear as Audience Awaits Official Word
With no confirmation of an AEW exit and Jericho focusing publicly on podcasting and collaborations, the fate of one of wrestling’s most experienced performers remains in doubt. As his hiatus continues and fans pore over every detail—from roster listings to podcast updates—the wrestling community remains intensely focused on when, or if, Chris Jericho will make his much-anticipated return to WWE or another high-profile wrestling stage.
