Ricky Starks sparks interest from WWE NXT amid speculation of a potential move

Amid ongoing speculation about his professional future, AEW star Ricky Starks has captured the attention of WWE's developmental brand, NXT. As Starks remains on hiatus from AEW television, rumours are swirling about his next career move, with WWE NXT reportedly showing significant interest in bringing him on board.

Despite his current absence from AEW's programming, Starks is still under contract with the promotion. Details regarding the expiration of his contract remain unclear. According to recent reports from Fightful Select, NXT sources have confirmed that the brand is keen on acquiring Starks' services once he becomes available. This development has only intensified the buzz surrounding Starks' potential transition to WWE.

Starks has been actively addressing these speculations through his social media. In a recent post, he showed his impressive physique, signalling that he is staying in peak condition in preparation for a possible shift to WWE. This move has further fueled the speculation that a change is imminent.

Why Starks is missing from AEW?

The last time fans saw Starks on AEW television was during the March 30 edition of AEW Collision, where he and Big Bill competed against Top Flight in an AEW World Tag Title Tournament match. Starks had risen to prominence within AEW, but his recent booking decisions have drawn criticism. Reports indicate that he declined certain creative proposals, which led to his absence from AEW programming.

Before his tenure with AEW, Starks had brief stints with WWE as an enhancement talent, and he had matches for the company. Additionally, his close friendship with WWE Undisputed Champion Cody Rhodes could potentially influence his decision to move to WWE.

The trend of AEW stars transitioning to WWE has been notable, with several former AEW talents, including Lexis King and current NXT Champion Ethan Page, already making the switch. With this pattern in mind, Starks might well follow in their footsteps, marking another significant move in the evolving landscape of professional wrestling.