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Chris Jericho Re-Signs With AEW and Says He Has 'Skin in the Game'

He told Wrestling Observer Radio he stayed to protect his founding stake in AEW after resolving terms with CEO Tony Khan.

Overview

  • Jericho returned to AEW on April 1st in Winnipeg and quickly re-signed with the company for the foreseeable future.
  • On Wrestling Observer Radio he said his decision was driven by having a personal, founding stake in AEW and a desire to see the company grow.
  • Jericho said he likes working for Tony Khan and that they resolved outstanding issues during negotiations, which helped clinch his commitment.
  • He named several younger AEW performers he wants to work with or help develop, including Kevin Knight, Ricochet, Tommaso Ciampa and Jack Perry.
  • Media outlets interpret his statements as making a near-term WWE return unlikely and say his stay could boost AEW’s focus on elevating younger talent.