Former World Champion explains how Chris Jericho can return to AEW (Exclusive)

The rumors of Chris Jericho's WWE return are at an all-time high. He has become the talk of the town as many fans believe that Y2J could be making his return to WWE. However, a former World Champion recently talked about the possibility of The Learning Tree staying with AEW instead.

Former WCW World Heavyweight Champion Vince Russo explained how Chris Jericho can make his return to All Elite Wrestling. Y2J's last appearance in AEW was on April 6, 2024, where he lost his ROH World Title to Bandido. He has been absent since then, and fans believe that could be the final appearance of the legend in the Jacksonville-based promotion.

Speaking on Writing with Russo, the WWE veteran said that Jericho will make his return to AEW for a special appearance only. He believes Y2J is not going to come back because of being involved in a mediocre storyline in the company. Therefore, it is likely that The Learning Tree will be a focal point if he continues with All Elite Wrestling.

"If he's going to compete in AEW, I see it being a special attraction. Chris Jericho is not going to come back and be another name on the roster, bro. He's 55, man." he said

Check out the full interview below:

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Former WWE manager Dutch Mantell believes Chris Jericho should team up with a top name in WWE

Chris Jericho's return could be an earth-shattering moment for the pro-wrestling fans. While there are no solid speculations about what Y2J might do in WWE upon a potential comeback, former WWE manager Dutch Mantell recently talked about how WWE can pair Jericho with top star LA Knight in the company.

Speaking on Story Time With Dutch Mantell, the veteran said that Jericho and Knight can be a good pair together. He shared his belief that the two stars could have great chemistry, considering the similarities between their pro-wrestling characters.

"I think Jericho and LA Knight, I think they’d be a good team together. And then, you know, they’re both like smartasses with each other, especially Knight. I think they could really build something out of this I’d be interested in." said Mantell

Only time will tell if Y2J will make his return to WWE or not. With that, it is going to be interesting to see how things will unfold for him down the line.

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