Rey Mysterio reveals he will likely re-sign with WWE following shock Royal Rumble appearance


LEGEND Rey Mysterio admits there is a “big possibility” of him re-signing with WWE after his stunning return at the Royal Rumble.

The masked high-flyer received a thunderous ovation as he made a surprise appearance at last week’s 30-man over the top showcase.

Rey Mysterio has thrown the door wide open for a return to WWE
Rey Mysterio has thrown the door wide open for a return to WWE
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Mysterio spent 13 years with the company before leaving in April 2015 and had not been seen since.

But after the hero’s reception the two-time world champion got at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, WWE fans appear desperate to see the 43-year-old back full-time.

And speaking to the Mirror, he admits struggling to put his feelings at the Rumble into words.

Mysterio said: “It’s indescribable… It was one of those moments that you had to be there, to really live it.

The high-flyer made a stunning comeback at the Royal Rumble last week
The high-flyer made a stunning comeback at the Royal Rumble last week
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Now the former world champ says there is a big possibility he could work for WWE again
Now the former world champ says there is a big possibility he could work for WWE again
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“You know, I don’t think I’ve ever felt that type of reaction, in a massive fanbase, like it was in Philly.

“Man, it was just – unforgettable. It was just one of those feelings that you’re going to cherish and it will be with me for the rest of my life.”


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He added: “It’s been incredible. I have nothing to say but to thank the fans for their loyalty, for their respect, for being a Rey Mysterio fan from day one… and for all those fans that have never seen me on TV, because this is a new generation of fans that are watching the WWE.

“So to all the new fans that have heard about Rey Mysterio, or played as me in a video game, or seen me on the Network, for the first time if you got the chance to see me at the Royal Rumble, thank you very much for being part of it as a fan.”

The highlight of Mysterio’s return was undoubtedly hitting a double 619 on John Cena and Roman Reigns.

And after the success of his appearance, he admits there is a huge chance he could be back with WWE in the not too distant future.

He added: “I want to say that there is a big possibility that I will be back. [We’re] figuring out what the situation is, you know from both ends.

Rey Mysterio left WWE in 2015 after 13 years with the company
Rey Mysterio left WWE in 2015 after 13 years with the company
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Mysterio is currently working with 5 Star Wrestling in the UK
Mysterio is currently working with 5 Star Wrestling in the UK
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“But there is definitely a positive feedback on behalf of the fans, on behalf of the WWE staff and behalf of myself man.

“I think we’re possibly going to sit down and negotiate something where we can both work together and have a good time and enjoy.”

Mysterio is currently working for British promotion 5 Star Wrestling and features on the new weekly live TV show, which airs on FreeSports every Thursday night.

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