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Tony Khan Names Shaquille O’Neal as Top Celebrity Target for AEW Return

Khan cast crossover signings as part of AEW’s growth push that includes exploring events in France and Germany.

Overview

  • Speaking to Sportico at the Invest In Sports: New York conference, Khan said he would love to get Shaq back in an AEW ring and called him the company’s best celebrity crossover.
  • Shaq is 1-0 in AEW after a 2021 tag match and was written off TV by a storyline ambulance disappearance.
  • Khan noted he has fielded questions about Jaguars and Fulham players entering the ring and cited precedents from pro boxing and MMA.
  • He said AEW is looking at the possibility of staging shows in France and Germany as part of broader expansion ideas.
  • No negotiations or bookings were announced, with Khan’s comments reflecting interest rather than confirmed plans.