WWE World Heavyweight Champion Gunther, who has had an impressive year, is at the center of a major update, according to recent reports. Gunther debuted on the main roster in 2022 and quickly rose to become one of WWE’s top stars.
After spending three years in WWE NXT, where he held the NXT United Kingdom title for a record-breaking 870 days, Gunther moved to the main roster. He wasted no time, capturing the Intercontinental Championship shortly after.
Gunther went on to break another record with his 666-day reign as Intercontinental champion. The title reign ended when he lost the title to Sami Zayn at WrestleMania 40. Following the loss, Gunther won the King of the Ring tournament earning him a shot at the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at SummerSlam.
At SummerSlam, Gunther defeated Damian Priest to win the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Since then, he has delivered impressive performances against Randy Orton, Sami Zayn, and Cody Rhodes.
In a short time, Gunther has shown that he can compete at the highest level. As he continues to get more accomplishments, the latest reports reveal an important update on his contract situation.
Gunther reportedly finalizing long-term WWE contract
Latest reports from Fightful Select behind paywall reveal that WWE sources have confirmed Gunther is on the verge of signing a new contract. The deal is expected to be completed by the end of 2024 and will be a multi-year and long-term agreement.
The reports also highlight that Gunther has impressed WWE’s higher-ups with his work. One WWE top official praised him as one of the most professional talents they have ever worked with.
So, The Ring General received high praise from top officials. Now, the latest reports have revealed that he is on the verge of finalizing a new long-term deal. Fans can expect to see Gunther on their screens for the foreseeable future. He is currently in a feud with Finn Balor and is set to face him next week at Saturday Night’s Main Event.
