Worrying Update on Drew McIntyre’s WWE Future After Failing to Show Up at SmackDown Live; Pulled From Public Appearance as Well

WWE finds itself in a precarious position with regard to Drew McIntyre’s contract situation. Talks have reportedly stalled with the performer with less than two months remaining in his current agreement with the company. Amidst this, a new worrying update about ‘The Scottish Warrior’ has raised further clouds over his future with the Stamford-based promotion.

He last appeared in an instant classic match against Intercontinental champion Gunther and Sheamus at WrestleMania 39. McIntyre was originally planned to appear at SmackDown but was reportedly pulled back. Although not directly linked to his ongoing talks with WWE, the reason could have significant implications regarding his time with the promotion.

Update on Drew McIntyre’s absence from WWE programming

A report in Ringside News cites an unknown injury to the former WWE champion for his on-screen absence since ‘Mania. McIntyre was also unable to appear at a promotional gig for the Cricket Wireless Store and Gunther appeared in his stead. It is unclear when and if he could return to WWE programming. 

This news comes after there have been concerns raised by many fans on McIntyre’s future in the wrestling juggernaut. The injury has surely put a dampener on those expecting the former 3MB member to perform if he decides to discontinue his association with WWE. There have been reports doing the rounds over his possible departure from the company and linking him with AEW.

McIntyre is not content with WWE

Reportedly, the creative aspects of his character and the monetary offer on the new deal are not satisfying the Scottish Psychopath. There might be some truth in terms of how his on-screen persona hasn’t met the expectations.

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Ever since his return to WWE, McIntyre has been billed as a main eventer. That was until the Clash At The Castle PLE last year. Another loss to Roman Reigns has seen him banished to the mid-card.

The performer has transformed whatever has been given to him into gold. It seems he is not happy with the direction his character is taking and not to mention the monetary aspect of his deal.

The unexpected injury couldn’t have come at the wrong time for both parties. Drew McIntyre would have liked to display to WWE what they could miss out on. And the promotion would have hoped to benefit from the wrestler’s impressive screen presence if he were to leave. There is still time for an agreement to be reached, and the fans hope that McIntyre will continue to dazzle with his in-ring ability in WWE.

Do you think the injury sustained by Drew McIntyre will ensure we have seen the last of him in WWE? Will he return to action for the company? Let us know in the comments.

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