The most famous saying in professional wrestling is “never say never,” especially when it comes to former WWE stars returning after less-than-friendly exits. But most would agree that statement does not refer to Vince Russo, Former WWE head writer turned WCW/TNA booker with a reputation so polarizing that it seemed unlikely he would ever be employed by a major promotion again. However, according to Conrad Thompson, it almost happened. Writes for UncrownedThompson revealed that Russo and WWE held talks about his return over the summer.
According to Thompson, talks between WWE and Russo took place right before that Russo left his position with indie promotion Juggalo Championship Wrestling in September. Leading Thompson to conclude that he and WWE had agreed to terms. However, Thompson clarified that not only are the two events unrelated, but a WWE return is currently off the table for Russo, with Thompson’s sources telling him weeks ago that the talks “died on the vine.”
Fighting Select They would later follow up Thompson’s report on the subject with one of their own suggesting there was smoke on fire. Those connected to the Stamford, Connecticut headquarters heard that Russo had conversations with WWE President Nick Khan. How serious the talks were or what they entailed remains unclear, but they appear to have progressed enough that Russo either visited WWE headquarters or was “in talks” to do so.
These rumors, if they happened at all, seem to have been kept close to Khan’s vest, as most WWE internal staff have not only never heard of it, but have been described as “laughing” when asked. Those who work closely with Khan also said they were unaware he had spoken with Russo and only learned of the discussions when Thompson’s story broke.
