Claudio Castagnoli’s AEW Absence Is Planned Time Off – For AEW fans curious about Claudio Castagnoli’s recent absence, a new update confirms there is no cause for concern. According to the latest Wrestling Observer Newsletter, the Blackpool Combat Club member is currently off television due to planned time off and not for any negative reason.
Reports had circulated questioning why Castagnoli had been missing from recent AEW programming, particularly given the ongoing storylines involving the BCC. However, Dave Meltzer clarified in the report that the absence is not injury-related, nor is it tied to any creative dissatisfaction or behind-the-scenes issues.
There was also some online speculation after Claudio’s name was mentioned on WWE programming, but Meltzer noted that this had no connection to his current AEW status. Additionally, there is no business conflict or contractual issue at play.
The explanation is simple: Castagnoli was granted time off, and it was not a last-minute or unexpected development. At this time, AEW has not announced when fans can expect him to return, and no creative direction for his reappearance has been publicly discussed.
Claudio has been a key figure in AEW and Ring of Honor, having previously held the ROH World Championship and taken part in major BCC matches across AEW pay-per-views. His return could potentially impact any ongoing BCC stories, depending on the timing.
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Claudio Castagnoli’s AEW Absence Is Planned Time Off
