Chris Jericho Signs Multi-Year AEW Contract Extension

Veteran wrestler opts to stay with All Elite Wrestling after reported talks with WWE

Apr. 12, 2026 at 12:54am

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Chris Jericho has signed a new multi-year contract extension to remain with All Elite Wrestling, according to sources. The specific details of the deal are being kept private, but it extends Jericho's previous agreement that was set to expire in 2025. There were reportedly some discussions between Jericho and WWE about a potential retirement run, but the veteran wrestler ultimately decided to stay with AEW and continue his on-screen role under the simplified 'Jericho' name.

Why it matters

Jericho is one of the most recognizable and experienced wrestlers in the industry, having spent decades performing at the highest levels of professional wrestling. His decision to re-sign with AEW is a major boost for the upstart promotion as it continues to compete with WWE for top talent and audience attention.

The details

Jericho's previous AEW contract was set to expire in 2025, but the new extension adds additional years to the deal. While the exact terms are unknown, Tony Khan confirmed it is a multi-year agreement. There were reportedly some discussions between Jericho and WWE about a possible return, but the sides were unable to come to an agreement, likely due to Jericho's outside projects that WWE may have wanted him to scale back or end.

  • Jericho recently signed the new contract extension with AEW over the past few months.
  • Jericho's previous AEW deal was originally set to run through 2025.
  • Jericho is scheduled to make his in-ring return for AEW at the upcoming Dynasty pay-per-view on Sunday in Vancouver.

The players

Chris Jericho

A veteran professional wrestler who has spent decades performing at the highest levels of the industry, including stints in WWE and now AEW.

Tony Khan

The founder and president of All Elite Wrestling, the promotion that Jericho has re-signed with on a new multi-year contract.

Ricochet

A high-flying wrestler who will be Jericho's opponent in his upcoming AEW in-ring return match at the Dynasty pay-per-view.

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What they’re saying

“Jericho has been keeping the terms 'close to the vest'.”

— Sources

“Tony Khan has since confirmed that the new agreement is indeed a multi-year extension.”

— Tony Khan, AEW President

What’s next

Jericho is scheduled to make his in-ring return for AEW at the upcoming Dynasty pay-per-view on Sunday in Vancouver, where he will face Ricochet.

The takeaway

Jericho's decision to re-sign with AEW on a multi-year deal is a major win for the promotion, as it retains one of the most recognizable and experienced wrestlers in the industry. This move solidifies Jericho's commitment to AEW and its continued growth, even as there was reported interest from WWE about a potential retirement run.