Powerhouse Hobbs recently signed with WWE after turned down a substantial contract offer from AEW. The move to WWE marks the end of his five-year run in AEW. Hobbs, who will be known as Royce Keys when he debuts, is currently in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia ahead of the Royal Rumble.
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The super heavyweight was in high demand from both sides prior to his AEW contract expiring. Tony Khan made him a very strong offer to stay, but he's been on WWE's radar for a long time and the money he turned down shows this was inevitable.
The potential appearance at the Royal Rumble adds another layer of excitement to today's festivities. The wrestling world will be watching to see how Royce Keys is utilized on the WWE stage.
