Backstage plans point to a comeback window forming
Summary
– Chad Gable has been sidelined for months with a shoulder injury
– He has resumed training at the WWE Performance Center
– Current expectations point toward a return around Royal Rumble season
Chad Gable’s return to WWE television is beginning to take shape following a lengthy absence caused by a shoulder injury. After surgery earlier this year, Gable has quietly worked his way back into ring condition behind the scenes.
According to reports from Fightful Select, Gable has been training at the WWE Performance Center as he prepares for an in-ring comeback. While an exact date has not been confirmed, internal expectations suggest his return could occur around the Royal Rumble, with the possibility of an earlier appearance.
The injury forced WWE to pivot creatively during the summer months, disrupting plans tied to Gable’s El Grande Americano persona. During his absence, the gimmick was reassigned to Ludwig Kaiser, who now leads a version of the character with additional support around him.
That development adds intrigue to Gable’s eventual return, as WWE will need to address how the original El Grande Americano fits back into the picture. Whether that leads to a confrontation, a storyline shift, or a complete reset remains to be seen.
For now, Gable’s recovery appears to be progressing well, and his return is firmly on the horizon as WWE moves closer to its early 2026 calendar.
