Goldberg remains a figure of contention within the wrestling community, his outspokenness often drawing criticism. Recent remarks regarding Asuka’s undefeated streak were particularly divisive among fans, seen by many as disrespectful.
Despite this, Goldberg’s status as a lucrative draw is undeniable. With lingering dissatisfaction over his last WWE stint, where he felt promises were unfulfilled, speculation arises about a potential closure in AEW.
Booker T weighed in on the matter during an episode of “The Hall of Fame,” expressing skepticism about Goldberg’s fit in AEW.
“Goldberg would not fit in AEW. That’s just me,” he asserted.
“There’s nothing for him to do there. Just beat up guys. He’d have to beat up the whole roster. I mean, he’s not getting pinned by anyone. That’s not gonna happen.”
While rumors linking Goldberg to AEW persist, Tony Khan’s assertion of an amicable relationship contrasts with Goldberg’s recent dismissal of joining due to the promotion’s perceived “cheesiness.”
Brad Gilmore, Booker’s co-host, offered a counterpoint, speculating on the reception Goldberg might receive from AEW’s fanbase.
“I don’t know if the AEW fanbase would want to see Goldberg,” Gilmore mused.
“Fans were chanting at Chris Jericho to retire. So if they don’t want to see Jericho, which is like an AEW guy, why would they want to see Goldberg?”
Booker T proposed a potential avenue for Goldberg in AEW, suggesting a one-off match with an opponent of his choosing.
“He brings the guy he wants to work with,” Booker suggested. “He could call, y’know, ‘Hey, Sting. You wanna do this with me?
Come out of retirement and do this for me, one more time, last one?’ How big would that be? It’d be huge. A one-off is the only way I see Goldberg being over there.”
