The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson) have been key members of the AEW roster since the promotion launched in 2019 in addition to their roles behind the scenes as EVPs.
It was reported on Wednesday that they have been in discussions with AEW about new contracts. It was noted that there was some confusion regarding the length and nature of AEW contracts.
While speaking on Wrestling Observer Radio, Bryan Alvarez and Dave Meltzer provided an update on the situation.
Bryan Alvarez: “Well, the story was they were in the middle of negotiations or this and that. I would not say there is absolutely nothing to that, but they’re not really in negotiations right now.”
Dave Meltzer: “Yeah, their contract is up at the end of the year, and AEW does want to lock them in.”
Bryan Alvarez: “It is acknowledged that at some point, they should be negotiating, but that’s literally where it’s at right now. It’s an acknowledgment that they should be negotiating at some point.”
Dave Meltzer: “AEW contacted them and wants to start the negotiations, but there have been no negotiations as of today, and they’re certainly not close to a deal. They could very well sign. Right now that’s where it’s at.”
Meltzer added that AEW wants to sign them to a new multi-year deal.
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