Samoa Joe Confirms Interest in Signing With WWE

WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross had Ring of Honor star and former TNA World Heavyweight Champion Samoa Joe on his “Ross Report” podcast this week as his special guest. The interview was recorded prior to WrestleMania 31.

Joe has been rumored to be headed to WWE since departing TNA earlier this year, and many have speculated he could be headed to NXT as early as June.

For the first time publicly, Joe commented on where he stands with WWE, and whether he would be open to an opportunity to head to the company:

“I’m very much personally open to going there. Absolutely. I kind of look at it as the unchallenged challenge of my career. It’s something I would love to take a shot at it. As of right now between me and WWE, people have reached out, and honestly, as you know Jim, you grow a network of good friends and acquaintances in the business and everybody truly knows everybody regardless of what company you work for. There’s been inquiries back and forth, and as of right now, we’ll see what presents itself.”

Joe noted he would be open-minded to a WWE debut, whether it be more of a formal opportunity or even a trial basis. He has since been seen backstage at NXT tapings, which has furthered speculation he could be headed there sooner rather than later. Recently, Chris Jericho confirmed there had been discussions between the two sides, meaning a deal between the two entities is very possible.

The entire interview can be found here.

Editor’s Note

It needs to happen. And I’m open to it starting in NXT as well. Big things could be ahead.

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