The question of Chris Jericho’s wrestling future continues to intensify, with a new report from Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter confirming that WWE has offered the veteran star a specific retirement storyline. Jericho is currently on his longest absence from AEW television, and speculation regarding his next move has been fueled by a recent photo showing a significant physical transformation.

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Meltzer noted that while nothing is confirmed, all hints are currently pointing toward a WWE direction for the star. The offer of a retirement storyline from the company suggests a long-term plan is in place should he return.

“With Chris Jericho he said that he hoped Jericho would be back but didn’t say it would happen. As noted many times

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