Speculation on Tetsuya Naito's future (Patreon)

Tetsuya Naito is a free agent, but the market isn't looking robust for him.

The 42-year old has battled injuries in recent years, to the point that those that we spoke to in NJPW and WWE said that even if WWE were interested, they had concerns that Naito would be able to pass WWE physicals.

Sources in AEW said that they would "be surprised" if AEW offered Naito anything beyond occasional appearances when things fit.

Most that we spoke to in NJPW believed that he could still make occasional appearances, but that a lot of it will come down to money. Some that are familiar with Naito believe that he will try his hand at NOAH.

We'll keep you updated when we hear more.