5 Superstars that almost left WWE this year

A few stars tried to WWE this year
A few stars tried to WWE this year

What would wrestling be without wrestlers? Now, while you may feel that question is more silly than the R-Truth winning the 24/7 Title by pinning a fast asleep Jinder Mahal, just hear me out.

Everyone knows the importance of fans who make up the atmosphere, the creative team who create the narrative, the producers that make the vision of management come alive, but none of that would be possible without the stars of the show.

The wrestlers are the most important piece of the puzzle in the wacky world of pro wrestling, as they draw in the fans, they create unforgettable moments, and they help the business to grow.

However, it might be a surprise to know that the biggest wrestling company in the world cannot seem to keep their employees happy.

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It's no secret that WWE is in a tough spot at the moment, as ratings keep fluctuating, fans are fed up with their inconsistent booking, and wrestlers are not happy. So, here a few Superstars WWE nearly lose in 2019, and who knows maybe these stars will leave after all.


#1 Luke Harper

A man that could have made a much bigger impact in WWE
A man that could have made a much bigger impact in WWE

The man that could have achieved so much in the WWE is Luke Harper. The former member of the Wyatt Family was set to be a breakout star in 2017 when his issues with Bray Wyatt made him a fan favourite on Smackdown Live.

But in typical fashion, Harper was not going to get anywhere that year, as the company had no plans for him leading up to WrestleMania, and many thought that would change after the Showcase Of The Immortals was over.

Well, that was not the case, as Harper wandered around that year until he once again aligned himself with Erick Rowan to capture the Tag Team Titles to as the Bludgeon Brothers.

Things just would not go Harper's way as Rowan suffered an injury and then the former Intercontinental Champion was also sidelined with one as well. This led to his alliance with Rowan coming to a close.

Harper caused a stir online when he asked for his release from the company via Twitter, but WWE did not oblige, and the former IC Champion is apparently stick in limbo until the company grants him permission to leave.

#2 The Revival

A team that deserves more
A team that deserves more

Who doesn't know the story of The Revival being fed up of their booking to the point where they asked for their release?

Furthermore, If you were wondering why Dash and Dawson were buried being for months on end, well, now you have your answer.

The former NXT Tag Team Champions have been inadequately utilised on the main roster, as many thought they would become one of the greatest tag teams in WWE history, but we all were mistaken.

From being booked in feuds that were started over 'back shaving' to losing almost every important match on Raw, The Revival have had it hard for the last few months.

So it's not hard to see why they would want to leave.

Now rumours are circulating that WWE is looking to get Dash and Dawson to sign a new deal, as that is the reason for pushing them in the last few weeks. Let's wait and see how that works out.


#3 Brock Lesnar

Lesnar has brought the fire to Raw
Lesnar has brought the fire to Raw

The UFC had their next big fight on their hands, as Brock Lesnar's confrontation with Daniel Cormier was enough proof that the former Universal Champion was on his way out of the company.

You didn't even have to know that Lesnar had a desire to return to the octagon, as he was a non-existent force on WWE for the last two years.

So, after Lesnar lost his World Title to Seth Rollins at Wrestlemania, many thought that was the last we would see of Lesnar.

But that was a clever curveball thrown by Lesnar, as he shockingly retired from MMA a few weeks after WrestleMania 35, and was heading on back to WWE.

No one could have predicted set of events WWE had lined up for Lesnar, as The Beast Incarnate returning to WWE and winning the Money in the Bank briefcase was impossible odds no one thought would happen.

And at the end of the day, it's something fans will have to get used to, as SmackDown Live will be on FOX soon, which means Lesnar is here for the long haul.

#4 Sasha Banks

Banks is still an important figure in the WWE.
Banks is still an important figure in the WWE.

The history of Sasha Banks vs WWE has been a short but lively affair, as the former Women's Champion wanted to quit WWE during WrestleMania 35 weekend, as she was fed up with the booking of her character.

Since that time has elapsed we have heard countless rumours and speculation on whether Banks will return to the compnay, or whether she will join AEW, but for now, it seems like Banks will make her way back to WWE soon enough.

This entire saga has been a tricky one to report on, as the updates on Banks future with the company has been changing every five minutes, but as of right now, Banks remains a WWE Superstar, and many believe it will stay that way.


#5 The Club

Who thinks WWE should pair The Club with Styles again?
Who thinks WWE should pair The Club with Styles again?

The former members of The Bullet Club made an impact when they debuted on Raw back in 2016, as many thought that their run in the WWE would see them reach high levels of success.

However, the dream booking fans had asked from WWE was never realised, as the Good Brothers were mismanaged since they split from AJ Styles in 2016.

It was no surprise when news broke earlier this year that Anderson and Gallows wanted to leave the company, as they refused to sign a new deal with WWE.

WWE would not have any miserable superstars if they just booked them right, and it seems as if they could really use Gallows and Anderson on Raw or Smackdown Live.

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