6 Former WWE stars who are surprisingly open to a return

#5 Santino Marella wants to become a WWE commentator

Santino Marella's run as a full-time WWE Superstar came to an end in 2016, when he was released by the company. He's returned for a few appearances since then, most notably as the Santina Marella character in the 2020 Women's Royal Rumble.

The Milan Miracle now wants to try his hand at being a commentator, with the caveat being that he wants to use his real name -- Anthony Carelli. He added that WWE would be his company of choice during an interview with Back Page Sports.

“I do want to go back into the business but as a commentator. I would have to be Anthony Carelli because I don’t want to do commentary as Santino. I think there are going to be opportunities for me post-COVID with one of the major companies. I always want to go to WWE first because they changed my life and I’m loyal, but if they don’t have an opportunity, I’ll go somewhere else," said Marella.

Marella might need to prove himself as a commentator for other promotions before he lands a gig with WWE.

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#4 Mark Henry has plenty to offer behind the scenes

Mark Henry joined AEW as a coach and analyst after not receiving the backstage role he was looking for in WWE. During an episode of Busted Open Radio, The World's Strongest Man revealed that Vince McMahon might be interested in re-signing him after three years.

"I was like, 'Vince, I'm tired of waiting, I'm gonna take this job. I want to get experience, and I want to prove to you and everybody else that I can do this.' And he said, 'You know what, Mark, I believe you will, and I'm sure we'll come looking for you in three years, " said Henry.

Henry's experience is invaluable, and he can be a great influence on young wrestlers. WWE could possibly look to bring him back when the opportunity arises.