An update has emerged on WWE World Heavyweight Champion Damian Priest’s latest contract renewal. Following WWE WrestleMania 40, it was announced that The Judgement Day member Damian Priest has re-signed with the promotion. Now, details have emerged on Priest’s contract renewal situation, revealing that the deal was signed months ago.
According to reports from Fightful Select, behind a paywall, Damian Priest’s deal was finalized months ago and was a last-minute decision as the champion’s contract was nearing expiration in February. The signing was completed just days before his contract was set to expire.
Furthermore, it was reported by WWE sources that keeping Priest was always a top priority for the promotion. Priest’s contract extension also grants him control over his entrance theme, providing him with creative freedom that has been positively received backstage. Reports indicate that his new theme song has been well received within WWE, further solidifying Priest’s position within the promotion.
The emerging details about Damian Priest’s contract reveal that WWE sees significant potential in him. As the top champion under the red brand, it will be intriguing to see what plans WWE has for Priest, especially considering there are now plenty of top stars on WWE RAW.
Damian Priest gives Drew McIntyre world title opportunity on WWE RAW
Damian Priest recently defended his WWE World Heavyweight championship against Jey Uso at WWE Backlash in France. Now, he has set his sights on his next challenger. On the latest edition of WWE RAW, Drew McIntyre opened the show by calling out CM Punk after months of back-and-forth exchanges between them.
McIntyre then shifted his focus to Damian Priest, referring to him as a paper champion. Priest interrupted him, calling McIntyre delusional. He stated that it was McIntyre’s own fault for the loss at WWE WrestleMania 40. He also accused him of prioritizing CM Punk over winning the title in front of his family.
The segment concluded with Damian Priest agreeing to give Drew McIntyre a shot at the WWE World Heavyweight title. With WWE’s next premium live event scheduled for next week, it will be interesting to see when WWE plans to book the match, especially since McIntyre is currently injured.
