WWE Ends Partnership with Panini Due to Contract Violation

In a recent development, WWE has reportedly terminated its contract with Panini, a trading card company, for alleged breach of contract. This decision comes despite Panini having over two years remaining on the agreement.

According to Sports Business Reporter Darren Rovell, WWE has taken this step and claimed that Panini is currently in violation of their contract, which has led WWE to seek an injunction. As a result of this termination, Fanatics, a WWE partner in merchandise, is expected to immediately assume the rights to the deal, which was initially set to begin in 2026.

JUST IN: Two weeks ago, the WWE terminated Panini for breach of contract with 2+ years left.

The WWE says Panini, which is still selling product, is now in violation and will seek an injunction.

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Fanatics, which had deal starting in ‘26, is expected to get rights immediately.

The exclusive multi-year trading card deal between WWE and Panini was announced in 2021, with the agreement officially commencing in the first quarter of 2022.

As more details emerge about this contract termination and its implications, Ringside News will continue to provide fans with updates and information on the matter.

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