The former FTW Champion and AEW star Ricky Starks has recently made headlines due to speculation about his potential move to WWE. A few weeks ago, reports surfaced that WWE is actively pursuing several AEW stars, with Starks being a key target. Sources indicate that WWE is particularly interested in AEW talents whose contracts are nearing expiration.
Fans are well aware of the strong friendship between Ricky Starks and WWE Undisputed Champion Cody Rhodes. Starks was spotted backstage at the Royal Rumble a few years ago, supporting Rhodes during his grand return.
Since joining AEW in 2020, Ricky Starks has delivered outstanding matches. His promos against top talents like CM Punk, MJF, and Chris Jericho are often considered underrated. However, Starks has been absent from major storylines since March.
Amid his absence from AEW programming, fans are speculating that Starks might soon make the jump to WWE. As rumors swirl about his future, Fightful Select has provided a significant update about WWE’s developmental brand NXT expressing interest in Ricky Starks.
Ricky Starks attracts attention from WWE NXT
According to the latest reports from Fightful Select, WWE NXT is eager to bring former FTW Champion Ricky Starks to the brand once his contract expires. Starks’ potential arrival would significantly boost NXT’s already impressive roster.
Starks’ potential move to WWE NXT comes at a pivotal time for the brand. NXT preparing to debut on its new network, The CW, in October. The addition of a high-profile talent like Starks could provide a major boost. The first two shows on the new network are scheduled to take place in Chicago and St. Louis, where major stars like CM Punk and Randy Orton are set to make appearances in their hometowns.
Although there is no official confirmation regarding the exact expiration date of Ricky Starks’ current contract. Only time will tell whether he could appear on WWE NXT when the brand’s starts the new chapter on the CW network.
