Chris Jericho returning to WWE? Here's what we know

Chris Jericho has once again become a topic of conversation in the world of professional wrestling. The former world champion has not been featured in AEW programming since mid-April, when he decided to step away from The Learning Tree, and since then, there have been no clues about his return. However, rumors about a possible return to WWE have started to grow in recent weeks.

The trigger came after Jericho liked a post on Instagram suggesting that he should return to WWE. This simple gesture sparked a wave of speculation, especially when reports emerged indicating that the topic had been discussed, although some voices within WWE were quick to downplay that possibility.

Despite everything, as confirmed by Fightful on their Patreon channel, Jericho is under contract with AEW until 2025, with several months still ahead. Currently, there are no recent creative plans known for him, although it is known that he usually deals directly with Tony Khan on decisions related to his character. What is striking is that there are no precedents for such a prolonged absence, raising doubts about whether the company would apply a contract extension or how they would manage his return to television.

Meanwhile, Bryan Keith and Big Bill are no longer listed as members of The Learning Tree, both internally and on the official AEW website. On the WWE side, sources consulted state that Jericho's name has not appeared in the creative process, although some talents have speculated about the possibility of his return. Company executives believe that the situation is still too premature to make firm decisions, although they acknowledge that Jericho maintains a good relationship with WWE.

It is worth noting that Jericho was one of the most significant signings in AEW history. His arrival in 2019 helped shape the company's identity and made him its first world champion, being one of the visible faces of the company for years. Now, with his future uncertain, the question of whether he will stay in AEW or return to WWE is keeping fans around the world on edge.