WWE News & Rumor Roundup: Unhappiness over star being let go, Kevin Owens could still be released despite 'big' new contract, Details on Sami Zayn's future (16th December 2021)

#2 What's next for Sami Zayn in WWE?

There was speculation that both Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn would leave WWE once their contracts expired. However, with Owens opting to sign an extension, the chances of Zayn staying have also risen. Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful stated that Owens re-signing with WWE would help in the company's efforts to secure Zayn's future.

As per Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Sami Zayn's current WWE deal is set to expire at the end of 2021. Zayn has featured prominently on SmackDown as of late, which could be a sign that the promotion is trying to coax the former IC Champion into staying with them.

---

#1 Mick Foley unhappy with Top Dolla's WWE release

Mick Foley recently spoke to Wrestling Inc about the release of Top Dolla and praised the former SmackDown superstar. Foley believes the company made a mistake by letting him go.

“I’ll throw a name out, AJ Francis. To me, AJ was money,” Foley stated. “Big powerful guy, a wealth of charisma, he’s got a rap album out. I asked AJ if WWE took issue with some of the lyrics. AJ has got some strong opinions, he’s a proud black man he makes that case known with his lyrics. I think it’s a great album, he has an incredible knack for putting words together, great promo guy.'' said Foley

Top Dolla was part of the faction Hit Row. All four members of the faction were released just weeks after they joined the SmackDown roster after being called up from NXT.