5 Superstars who could replace Dean Ambrose in The Shield

WWE has announced that Dean Ambrose will be leaving the company in April 2019, after 8 years with the promotion, coming through the ranks at FCW and NXT, before starring on the main roster.

Ambrose is reportedly unhappy with the creative direction of his character and hence told WWE that he will not be renewing his contract with Vince McMahon's promotion.

We aren't sure where he will be going next, but even though WWE will miss such a strong character like him, they also have supremely talented Superstars on RAW and SmackDown, as well as NXT, to take his place.

When Ambrose, along with Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins made their debut on WWE television as The Shield in 2012, Ambrose was the de facto leader of the group, as well as the group's voice. The Shield have now broken up due to Reigns' illness, and then Ambrose turning on Rollins, ending the story of one of the most dominant factions in WWE history.

But, if - and when - Roman Reigns returns to the WWE, could WWE reunite Reigns, Rollins and add another Superstar to form Shield 2.0 - the second iteration of the group?

If they do, here are 5 Superstars who could replace Dean Ambrose in The Shield:

#5 EC3

Former TNA World Heavyweight champion, EC3, is yet to be assigned to a brand following the announcement that he will be moving to the main roster from NXT.

EC3 would fit in perfectly on RAW as the SmackDown roster is currently inflated with several top dogs.

If he does get assigned to RAW, he will probably debut as a face and is a prime candidate to replace Ambrose in The Shield. EC3 is incredibly gifted on the mic, is a good wrestler, and has the physique to fit very well in The Shield.

His charisma and experience shine out every time he steps into the ring, which is required in a popular faction like The Shield.