Summary

Swerve Strickland says he would like to work with The New Day in AEW if Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods decide that is their next move.

Strickland addressed the possibility while appearing on *Inside the Ring*, where he was asked whether he hoped to cross paths with the former WWE tag team in AEW. The comment came after Kingston and Woods departed WWE on April 28.

Quote from Swerve Strickland

"Of course. Absolutely. I also just want them to do what's best for them. If they want to take a five-year hiatus, they've earned it. They've more than earned it. They know their value as well, and that's the most important thing. I hope that's the lesson that everybody learns in this, not just as a fan but a professional as yourself in this industry. They know their value. They understand who they are. They understand what they bring, what they brought and their legacy they leave behind."

What Strickland's AEW comment could mean for The New Day

Strickland openly welcoming Kingston and Woods into AEW immediately adds another layer to the conversation around what comes next for The New Day. Even if no move has been announced, an AEW main-event name publicly backing the idea shows how much value Kingston and Woods still carry after their WWE exit.

It also continues Strickland's recent praise for Kingston, following his comments about Kofi's place among wrestling's best. That does not confirm any deal or direction, but it does underline that a potential AEW arrival for The New Day would not be treated as a minor roster addition.

Sources

As reported by Fightful.