39-year-old star to join WWE after recently leaving AEW & debut on SmackDown next week? Chances explored
WWE has been thriving under Triple H's creative vision, whether in terms of delivering great shows or generating revenues. One vital aspect that always adds a fresh layer of excitement to the ongoing product is the debuts of new faces in the company. A former AEW superstar who recently left his promotion could be heading to WWE next week.
The name in question is Penta El Zero Miedo. Formerly known as Pentagon Jr., he was part of AEW and ROH for several years. However, recent reports suggest that the 39-year-old is now officially a free agent, as his contract with the Jacksonville-based promotion expired on December 1. WWE is said to be interested in bringing the Mexican star to its company.
Meanwhile, there was a subtle tease of his arrival on the Stamford-based promotion this week on SmackDown. During a backstage segment, Nick Aldis made a match official for Carmelo Hayes against a "new superstar" for next week. This seems to be a major indication that the aforementioned star could be none other than Penta El Zero Miedo.
There is a high chance that the former AEW star could finally make his WWE debut next week on SmackDown by revealing himself as Melo's opponent. Not to mention, The Motor City Machine Guns also similarly made their debut on the blue brand several months ago. Therefore, Penta is expected to tread the same path and mark his arrival on the Titanland in style.
Notably, there are no reports of the former AEW World Tag Team Champion signing a contract with the Stamford-based promotion. It remains to be seen what the future holds for him.
Penta El Zero Miedo to make WWE debut alongside Rey Fenix?
Penta El Zero Miedo established himself as one of the prominent stars in pro wrestling. The majority of his success in AEW came in the tag team division, along with his partner Rey Fenix, who were collectively known as The Lucha Bros. WWE was reportedly interested in signing both superstars.
With Penta being a free agent and likely heading toward the Titanland, fans have been wondering whether his tag team partner would accompany him in WWE as well. However, that is unlikely to happen. Rey Fenix is signed with AEW under a multi-year contract, which is not expected to expire by 2025.
Fenix would continue to be a mainstay on All Elite Wrestling for a while, at least until his current deal expires. Therefore, Penta El Zero Miedo could embark on a singles path if he becomes a part of the Stamford-based promotion in the coming weeks or months.
It will be interesting to see how things shape up for the former AEW star going forward. The wrestling world is abuzz with excitement and anticipation regarding which promotion Pentagon Jr. would land.