#1 Chris Jericho
Chris Jericho is arguably one of the greatest and diverse performers within the wrestling industry. Throughout his career, he has garnered extreme success. Firstly, with his vast character depictions. Secondly, his ability to capitalize on external factors like; fans, market, and trends. However, let's not forget his extensive resume.
Within WWE he was the first Undisputed Champion and holds the record for the most Intercontinental Championship reigns, at nine. Moreover, he holds the distinction for being the only person to have captured the WWE Intercontinental Championship and the IWGP Intercontinental Championship. Finally, he also leads the band Fozzy, who are immensely successful.
Currently a freelancer, Jericho has changed the industry like no other person. At Wrestlekindom 12 he shocked the world, performing excellently against Kenny Omega. Subsequently, Jericho progressed to becoming IWGP Intercontinental Champion, which he currently holds, (watch the video below). Considering the success of his Rock N Rager wrestling cruise Jericho is highly profitable. Thus, considering Jericho's connections with Cody and The Young Bucks, Jericho would be lucrative for AEW. What could we expect?