WWE Friday Night SmackDown Legend May Have Signed New Long-Term Deal (Report)

A new report indicates that a future WWE Hall of Famer and current Friday Night SmackDown star might have signed a long-term deal.

WWE SmackDown Arena during a match / (via WWE)

One major WWE Friday Night SmackDown star may have inked a long-term deal with WWE.

WWE has been busy with contract negotiations this year. While the company has seemingly lost Bobby Lashley to free agency, big stars such as LA Knight have been signed to new deals.

A new report now reveals that a future WWE Hall of Famer has likely signed a contract extension that will keep him on board for the foreseeable future.

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Randy Orton Reportedly Signs New Five-Year Deal with WWE

Aug 21, 2021; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Riddle (pink/green trunks) and Randy Orton (black trunks) battle Omos (black pants) and AJ Styles (black/white pants) for the WWE Raw Tag Team Championship during SummerSlam 2021 at Allegiant Stadium. / Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Fightful is reporting that WWE sources claim that Randy Orton has signed a contract extension with WWE that will last through late 2029. The outlet mentioned that they are still working on a confirmation, but it appears "The Apex Predator" will remain with the company he has called home for over two decades.

Orton is currently a member of the Friday Night SmackDown brand, but he will be challenging for Monday Night Raw's top male prize. He will face Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship at the Bash in Berlin PLE on August 31st.

We'll bring you more details on Randy Orton's contract status as further updates are made available.

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