By Wade Keller, Torch editor

Christian Cage, whose contract with TNA expires in December, and TNA owner Dixie Carter were seen having intense discussions backstage at the Turning Point PPV last night.

Christian has given the impression to TNA he is seriously considering returning to WWE, but he has not indicated yet he is strongly leaning that direction. He may be stringing along TNA to avoid being "jobbed out," but top wrestlers in TNA believe he might be convinced to re-sign if the money is right.

Christian is torn between the competitive juices to be back in the top promotion and see what he could accomplish, plus get back on the road with his friend Edge. He also enjoys the schedule of TNA and knowledge he will have influence over his character and get a consistent top tier push in TNA.

KELLER'S ANALYSIS: From what I heard, it would be premature to say he's made a decision. He definitely didn't give official notice to Carter, as key people were pushing Dixie to make Christian an offer he can't refuse since he is one of the younger wrestlers with major name recognition from WWE. I think Christian's call is a tough one. More money and fame in WWE, but guarantee he's not lost in the shuffle or possibly even embarrassed by a vengeful for Vince McMahon for Christian leaving in the first place, or stay in TNA and wonder "what if?" for the rest of his career regarding his potential to have a PPV-headlining feud with John Cena, Edge, or other top acts, perhaps even co-headlining a WrestleMania. It's a tough call, and it sounds as if he's struggling with the decision.

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