Chris Jericho is opening up about AEWs past interest in AJ Styles, revealing that there was a time when the company seriously looked at bringing The Phenomenal One into the promotion. Speculation about AJ Styles possibly joining AEW picked up earlier this year after he announced his retirement from in-ring competition in WWE. While Styles quickly shut down those rumors, Jericho confirmed that AEW had previously explored the idea of signing him when his WWE contract was nearing expiration. Jericho explained that AEW did make a push at one point and believed Styles would have been a strong addition to the roster. Jericho went on to explain that differences between WWE and AEWs internal systems can affect how talent adapts when moving between companies. He noted that the way WWE operates often creates a different mindset compared to AEWs style of running shows and developing talent. Despite the speculation earlier this year, AJ Styles has remained with WWE in a non-wrestling role following his retirement from active competition. He is also set to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame during WrestleMania Week in Las Vegas, marking another milestone in his decorated career. Styles has also launched his own official podcast since stepping away from in-ring competition, keeping him connected to fans even after closing the chapter on his wrestling career. Do you think AJ Styles would have been a good fit in AEW if he had made the jump, or was staying with WWE always the right move? Share your thoughts below. G Add as a preferred source on Google
