Tony Khan Confirms Samoa Joe’s Future Amid Retirement Speculation

During an interview with Conrad Thompson, AEW President and CEO Tony Khan addressed the recent speculation surrounding Samoa Joe‘s potential retirement. Joe had indicated that he might retire at the conclusion of his current AEW contract. Khan reassured fans that Joe still has “years left with AEW,” clarifying that he is not retiring anytime soon.

Khan emphasized the importance of Joe in the current wrestling landscape. “I think Samoa Joe still has years left with AEW, which is great,” he stated. “We’ll focus on Samoa Joe as one of the top stars in wrestling right now.” He expressed hope that when the time does come for Joe to retire, AEW would provide a fitting tribute to a wrestler he considers one of the most accomplished stars in the company’s history.

The conversation also touched on Samoa Joe’s upcoming challenge for the AEW World Title at WrestleDream. Khan expressed enthusiasm about Joe competing in St. Louis, the same city where he lost the title to Swerve Strickland during AEW Dynasty in April 2024. Joe is set to face current champion Hangman Page at the Chaifetz Arena, a matchup that has garnered significant attention.

Khan remarked, “Having a chance to get it back from somebody who’s such a great champion in and of himself, the face of AEW, the world champion, Hangman Page.” This event marks a critical moment for Joe as he seeks to reclaim the title in an arena that holds personal significance for him.

As fans eagerly anticipate the evening’s events, AEW WrestleDream 2025 will be broadcast live on pay-per-view. The match between Samoa Joe and Hangman Page promises to be a significant highlight in both wrestlers’ careers, adding to the tension and excitement surrounding the event.

In conclusion, while retirement might be on the horizon for Samoa Joe, Tony Khan’s comments indicate that the wrestler’s journey with AEW is far from over. Fans can look forward to witnessing more of Joe’s contributions to the sport in the years to come.