WWE Lands Former AEW Star Hobbs

WWE Chief Content Officer Paul 'Triple H' Levesque's promise of surprises at the Royal Rumble may be hinting at the debut of former AEW star Powerhouse Hobbs. WWE sources suggest Hobbs traveled to Saudi Arabia this week, a strong indicator he could appear at the event. His arrival on WWE programming is anticipated to include a new ring name, with 'Royce Keys' being the current trademarked option.

This potential move comes after a considerable contract offer from AEW, which aimed to retain Hobbs. Reports suggest this offer was substantial, potentially rivaling figures seen in previous high-profile signings. If WWE's offer was comparable, it suggests a significant investment in Hobbs' future within the company.

While speculation surrounds Hobbs' potential appearance in the Royal Rumble match itself, his debut might occur in a different capacity. WWE representatives expressed confidence in their ability to keep unannounced talent signings confidential, a strategy that appears to be holding true with few visual confirmations of rumored arrivals.