AEW World Champion confirms talks were real and interest continues
Summary
– MJF confirms WWE contacted him during the 2024 bidding war
– Says high-level conversations took place at the time
– Claims WWE is still interested in signing him
MJF has shed new light on the long-discussed “bidding war of 2024,” confirming that WWE’s interest in him was not only real but ongoing.
During a February 11, 2026, interview with Chris Van Vliet, the reigning AEW World Champion revealed that he had multiple conversations with key decision-makers in WWE during that period. According to MJF, those discussions were serious and conducted with individuals high up within the company.
Although he ultimately chose to re-sign with AEW in 2024, MJF stated that WWE’s interest has not faded. He expressed confidence that he would have succeeded had he made the jump, suggesting that his market value remains strong across the industry.
MJF’s comments mark the most direct acknowledgment yet regarding WWE’s pursuit. While he is currently under contract and firmly positioned as one of AEW’s top stars, his remarks indicate that future possibilities remain open.
For now, MJF continues to headline AEW programming as World Champion. Still, the lingering interest from WWE ensures that his long-term future will remain a topic of conversation.
