Backstage update on AJ Styles’ future WWE role ahead of Royal Rumble – Reports

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On a recent edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Dave Meltzer shared more details on the situation. The veteran journalist explained that fans often hoped Styles would have some matches in TNA, AEW, or Japan after his WWE stint. The star himself said he wanted to wrestle in TNA at least one more time. Dave confirmed that while WWE allowed him to make appearances there, he was not booked in a match. He also added that there were no serious talks about Styles joining AEW, and the veteran star would possibly have a role within WWE after retiring from the ring.

AJ Styles announced his farewell tour

The Phenomenal One made an appearance on SmackDown this week in front of a packed arena in Riyadh.

Styles claimed that he would defeat Gunther at the Royal Rumble and then start the Phenomenal Farewell Tour. He even spoke about a rematch with CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship.

However, the star was interrupted by Gunther. The Ring General declared that he would make AJ tap out just like John Cena. The two stars had a heated verbal exchange before Styles claimed that Gunther was the one who tapped out like a “little b*tch.”

The Ring General was furious and almost entered the ring for a physical confrontation, but refused to engage with a pumped-up AJ at the last moment.