10 former WWE Superstars who could sign with AEW in 2022

#9. Former WWE Superstar Keith Lee

Fans were bewildered when Keith Lee was on a list of WWE stars released. Considering Keith Lee's size and charisma, it was shocking to see a man, who stood toe-to-toe with Brock Lesnar at Royal Rumble, let go by WWE.

While Keith Lee has expressed interest in reuniting with his former tag team partner on the independent scene, it would be foolhardy to suggest that Tony Khan wouldn't have his eye on the former WWE star. Lee may not have reached the top of the mountain in WWE, but the options in AEW are plenty.

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#8. Former WWE Superstar Franky Monet a.k.a Taya Valkyrie

A prominent star in IMPACT Wrestling, Taya followed her husband John Morrison into WWE. It seemed the perfect place for them to shine, but her time in WWE was short-lived. Taya's tenure lasted only 8 months. She did have some success in NXT as Franky Monet, getting title shots at the NXT Women's Championship.

But before WWE, Taya had massive success in places like Lucha Underground, IMPACT Wrestling, Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide. While Taya did make her return to AAA on December 4, it remains to be seen where she will end up.

Keep in mind that AAA has a relationship with AEW. It wouldn't be outrageous to think Taya could appear in AEW. Her screen presence and in-ring ability merit her a place in AEW, and perhaps that will be a reality in 2022.