With speculation that AJ Styles could really be retiring from WWE at Royal Rumble 2026, there may be a brand new role awaiting him on the other side.
Potentially poised to have a short lived on-screen retirement, it is possible that even if he does pick up a loss at the Royal Rumble 2026 in Riyadh that
Here are five new roles in WWE for AJ styles following his potential retirement.
5. New WWE Raw GM
A potential new role for AJ Styles could certainly be to assume Adam Pearce’s current job as WWE Raw GM.
After Adam Pearce has gotten some mysterious phone calls as of late, it could be that the current GM is on thin ice.
Perhaps installed by The Final Boss, a heelish AJ Styles could certainly come back with an axe to grind whereas a babyface iteration of Styles in charge would also be a lot of fun.
While the role could end up being fairly short lived overall, it could certainly provide for some enjoyable moments that still include Styles on the Road to WrestleMania 42.
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4. Manager in AAA
One fun future appearance for AJ styles could be if he were to pop up in Mexico as a part of a AAA show.
After notably partnering with Dragon Lee and Rey Mysterio in the past, it could be the perfect opportunity down the line to see a special surprise moment featuring AJ Styles.
Potentially returning to the ring in an interference capacity, Styles could still do his signature moves as a manager but then scurry back out of the ring again.
Able to sign on for a single storyline and then fade out of programming again, Styles could definitely have some fun in Arena Mexico even if he was retired from full-time competition.
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3. “CEO” of TNA Wrestling
In what could be a fun move, AJ Styles could be introduced on-screen in TNA Wrestling as the brand new WWE appointed CEO of TNA Wrestling.
Leading to some on-going simmering conflict surrounding the intention of the position, it could be a fun way to incorporate Styles into TNA Wrestling without necessarily requiring frequent appearances.
Largely able to serve as the mysterious man on the phone in homage to the well-known WWE trope, Styles could make limited appearances and still have a big impact.
Serving as a fun and silly way to continue to not only highlight the partnership between WWE and TNA Wrestling but to create some on-going conflict between the brands, Styles could be a lot of fun in the role.
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2. New NXT GM
Potentially the move that could make the biggest impact in the industry would be for AJ Styles to take over the reigns as the on-screen GM in NXT.
While Ava has been solid in the role thus far, adding a veteran presence like AJ Styles would certainly change the game.
Bringing new acclaim to the position, there could be a new renaissance in NXT with an increased focus on the latest and greatest in-ring talent.
Able to speak to experience wrestling outside of WWE and outside of the country, AJ Styles could become the latest legend to help mold the future stars at the Performance Center.
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1. Behind the scenes producer
With decades of industry expertise, WWE would be very lucky to have AJ Styles come aboard in any backstage capacity.
While retirement may prove to be enjoyable at first for AJ Styles, in the event he was getting a little bored hanging around the house — he could definitely lend his industry brilliance as a producer.
A performer who has a great sense of pacing in regards to the action in the match by listening to the audience reaction, Styles could be a great influence on the next generation of talent.
Certainly scathing on the mic when he needs to be, Styles could also be beneficial in molding the next generation in terms of overall presence.
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