Danhausen's AEW contract to 2026 amid injury time; WWE interest

Danhausen’s uncertain future in AEW has taken another turn, with a contract extension tied to injury time keeping the popular but sporadically used performer under contract into 2026, while WWE has reportedly shown interest in his distinctive gimmick. The development comes as the very nice, very evil character has not been a regular on AEW television since returning from a torn pectoral injury, and questions linger about how the next chapter of his career might unfold.

Danhausen last appeared on AEW television in December 2023 during Worlds End, with a return later that month in Ring of Honor’s Final Battle event, though he has not reemerged there on a regular basis. A recent outline of his contract status indicates an extension into 2026 was added to account for the significant time he spent sidelined by injury. Those familiar with the situation note that the extension was implemented despite his preference for the contract to run its original course, reflecting a wider pattern of the company exercising flexibility around injured performers while still maintaining a roster fit for its ongoing plans.

The broader context for Danhausen’s position is his standout popularity and the...