Backstage Details on WWE’s Prior Interest in Chael Sonnen, Why They Backed Off, and How He Could Possibly Be Used in the Company Now

Chael SonnenAs we reported last night, former UFC star Chael Sonnen claimed during a TSN “Off the Record” appearance that WWE had invited both him and Wanderlei Silva to WrestleMania this year to talk business. WWE has since issued a statement denying any invitation has been made to have Sonnen attend WrestleMania.

According to The Wrestling Observer, WWE has wanted to work with Chael Sonnen for quite sometime, however when he tested positive for steroids, WWE decided to back off on negotiating with him until the steroid heat/label ran its course. Once ESPN began working with Sonnen and made his name more mainstream again, it seemed likely WWE would once again pursue negotiations.

With regards to why WWE might be wanting to negotiate with Sonnen and/or Silva, speculation is everything from pro wrestling to them having an exhibition fight. At one point, WWE was interested in having Sonnen work for the company as an announcer.

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