5 legends who could be managers in AEW

Since the AEW's inception, numerous wrestling veterans have found a place in the company, supporting younger talent. Several surprising and creative partnerships have been formed in the past few years, delighting the fans.

Whether looking at icons like Sting, Arn Anderson, or Tully Blanchard, Tony Khan has utilized older wrestlers incredibly well. Even if the legends are not in-ring performers, guiding young stars is always appreciated.

As their roster only grows, it will be interesting to see the next wrestling veteran end up signed to the company. Here are five such retired wrestlers who would be fantastic managers if Tony Khan signs them up.

#5. Konnan could reunite with Santana and Ortiz in AEW

Konnan has made a few appearances on Dynamite, usually alongside former LAX team members Santana and Ortiz.

The veteran brings a good deal of legitimacy to any wrestler he manages. Evidence of this could be found with his past affiliation with Prince Puma in Lucha Underground or Kenny Omega in AAA.

Konnan's appearance as a manager would also be the perfect stepping stone for Santana and Ortiz as they distance themselves from the Inner Circle. No doubt fans would love to see a new feud if they really break away from Jericho's faction with Konnan by their side.

#4. Diamond Dallas Page could return to AEW

DDP made AEW debut at the inaugural Double or Nothing pay-per-view. He even joined Cody Rhodes' Nightmare Family as a manager. In his final appearance, the Hall of Famer even joined his stablemates QT Marshall and Dustin Rhodes in a rare match against MJF, the Butcher, and the Blade.

Though Diamond Dallas Page has yet to appear in the company since then, his return as a manager would undoubtedly be a welcome sight. Currently, there is no shortage of talented performers DDP could manage and support.

He would be an excellent manager to fellow veteran Dustin Rhodes if he decided to resume his managerial role. The Natural's quest to achieve late-career success even mirrors Page's own inspirational rise to the top of WCW at a later age.

#3. Raven could become All Elite

ECW veteran Raven was ahead of his time. While undoubtedly talented in the ring, it was Raven's charisma on the mic that set him apart. Famous for portraying a far darker, grunge-like character, he was known for getting inside his opponents' heads before their matches even took place.

An unorthodox performer throughout his career, Raven would be an exciting wrestler to bring to AEW. Characterized by his twisted, psychological promos, he could be a corrupting influence on any wrestler he managed. Should someone like Darby Allin eventually go heel, he could have no better manager than Raven.

#2. Terry Funk could make AEW a little more extreme

AEW is yet to have a legend of the same caliber as Terry Funk. One of the foremost innovators of hardcore wrestling, he could help further legitimize the promotion's intense matches.

A creative individual on and off camera, Funk is highly knowledgeable about producing great pro wrestling spots. He even helped Mick Foley brainstorm spots for his famous 1998 Hell in a Cell match with The Undertaker.

Funk could help plan more hardcore matches in AEW and appear alongside more extreme wrestlers like Jon Moxley.

#1. Ric Flair could become All Elite

Though currently a free agent, Ric Flair has been vocal about joining Tony Khan's organization. Considering how he has managed numerous stars, seeing the Nature Boy debut in the company is something fans wanted to see.

Over the years, Flair has done effortlessly well as a manager, assisting everyone from Triple H and Charlotte to AJ Styles and Andrade El Idolo. Should he sign for the promotion, he could easily become a mentor to any wrestler he takes under his wings.

Additionally, the company could utilize his past membership in the Four Horsemen to their advantage as fellow members Tully Blanchard and Arn Anderson are already working with All Elite Wrestling.