As mentioned WWE are reportedly interested in signing ROH star Jay Lethal. Shinsuke Nakamura seems to be another top star on WWE’s wanted list. The Wrestling Observer have reported that the contract of top New Japan Pro Wrestling star Shinsuke Nakamura will be an interesting one to watch as WWE has expressed interest in the 36 year old veteran, and his contract will be expiring in the coming months.
Nakamura has never had a run in the US, and from a looks standpoint he fits the WWE bill as he is tall quick and agile. Nakamura received big reactions from fans when he appeared in ROH (Ring of Honor) not long ago, and that has intrigued him where a U.S. pro wrestling run is concerned.
Nakamura’s age could be an issue, however, as WWE typically doesn’t like to start a talent at his age, and the cases of James Storm and Samoa Joe are different as they are being used in NXT and not being considered for the main roster. NJPW owner Takaaki Kidani in the past has said that the promotion may have to offer near seven figure deals to top guys like Nakamura to keep them from jumping ship, so it’s unlike Alberto Del Rio’s situation with AAA in which the company could not match WWE’s offer.
