It was reported earlier by Brad Shepard, that Vince McMahon and WWE have plans to bring back the XFL, and that an announcement may come as soon as January 25th, 2018. You can see his tweet below:
EXCLUSIVE: Vince McMahon is looking to bring back the XFL and may announce it on January 25th, 2018.
— Brad Shepard 🤘🏻 (@TheBradShepard) December 16, 2017
David Bixenspan of Deadspin has since reported a follow up to the rumors of the alleged return of the XFL, saying that a spokesperson for WWE issued a statement to him saying that Vince McMahon has established and is personally funding an entity separate from the WWE named “Alpha Entertainment”, with the purpose of the company being to explore investment opportunities across the sports and entertainment landscapes, including professional football.
You can see the statement issued by WWE attached in the original tweet from David Bixenspan, you can read the tweet below:
A WWE spokesperson issued the attached statement to me & @Deadspin in response to my inquiry about tonight’s rumors of a soon to be announced XFL revival. They declined further comment. Whatever Vince McMahon’s “Alpha Entertainment” is, it’s self-funded & separate from WWE. pic.twitter.com/oT0Oxyi2fV
— David Bixenspan (@davidbix) December 16, 2017
In what I’m sure is a complete coincidence, WWE filed for two new XFL trademarks this year, both long after the 30 for 30 premiered.
— David Bixenspan (@davidbix) December 16, 2017
We will keep you updated on this story as it continues to develop.
