Report: Doubt Jay White Will Extend His Contract With NJPW, WWE Believed To Be Making Strong Play

Jay White could be leaving NJPW.

Super J-Cast reports several sources have indicated that there is doubt over Jay White remaining in New Japan Pro-Wrestling. His contract is rumored to be up at the end of the month, though that wasn’t confirmed. 

The report goes on to say that it’s believed WWE will make a strong play for him and it’s 50/50 on whether White stays in NJPW or goes elsewhere.

Several sources have indicated there is some doubt whether Jay White will extend his NJPW contract, rumoured to be up at the end of the month. WWE are believed to be making a strong play for him and it’s 50/50 whether he stays or goes.

— Super J-Cast (@thesuperjcast) January 8, 2021

Following his loss to Kota Ibushi at Wrestle Kingdom 15, White cut a backstage promo saying he was finished with NJPW after New Year Dash. White showed up for New Year Dash and took the pinfall in a multi-man match before being ushered to the back. 

You can find White’s full comments on his future, where he also said, “Maybe my time would be spent better someplace else,” by clicking here.