Nikki Bella was recently injured as part of her match against Stephanie Vaquer at Survivor Series, so it's unclear when she will be able to make her WWE return. That being said, it was recently revealed on The Wrestling Observer that WWE is discussing transitioning Nikki Bella into a heel manager role on RAW. Nikki Bella has had two championship matches in recent months and came up short to both Becky Lynch and Stephanie Vaquer, and even though she has pushed for a rematch for the Women's World Championship, it seems that she could have a new direction when she returns. It's unclear if she will be back before the Royal Rumble in January 2026, and there is an expectation that she will be bringing her sister back with her. Nikki Bella could reunite with Brie in 2026 if she's able to make her WWE returnNikki and Brie Bella have made it clear that they want to make their WWE return at some point to become Women's Tag Team Champions. It was something that appeared to be happening ahead of Evolution earlier this year, but Liv Morgan's injury meant that WWE had to change up the show, and now it's unknown when Brie Bella will join her sister. Brie Bella has noted that she is happy to make her return to WWE, and she has pushed for it to happen over the past year, but it seems that there has been no way for her to be added in. The Royal Rumble in 2026 is taking place in Saudi Arabia which means that many of the surprises will be revealed ahead of time, since all of the stars will have to travel, but Brie Bella could be one of the stars included in the Women's Royal Rumble next year.