5 NJPW wrestlers who could jump to WWE in 2019

#3 David Finlay

You only have to look at his last name to figure out why this 4th generation star will join WWE one day.

David's dad Fit Finlay is a highly respected producer at WWE, you'd better believe that Fit will use whatever sway he has to bring his son back stateside.

Finlay Jr has been kicking about in NJPW since 2015 but has failed to make an appreciable impact. While he's a solid wrestler, under that long hair and bushy beard is a bland personality.

Finlay recently moved up to the heavyweight division and will challenge former tag partner ‘Switchblade' Jay White for the NJPW United States title. After White's recent title defence, Finlay blindsided his former tag partner, showing a new aggressive edge. This may be the attitude adjustment he needs.

However, it's doubtful that Finlay will dethrone 'Switchblade'. White is in the midst of a big push. He defeated Kenny Omega for that US belt; It's his time now. Finlay is there to be his foil.

The ceiling for Finlay in NJPW is low; there are many foreigners ahead of him in-line. He could bide his time, but he would be in danger of ending up as a low-card performer, that's a label that's hard to shake off.

Finlay should make that switch sooner than later. With the introduction of NXT's North American title, the brand will need a solid mid-card. Finlay could shine there.