Backstage Update On Joe Tessitore’s WWE Status, WWE Clash In Paris & SummerSlam News, Wade Barrett

– We can confirm that Wade Barrett’s absence from the blue brand broadcast was not tied to any of the Nikki Bella stories from this week. One WWE higher-up even reiterated, almost incredulously, that Barrett was “in character.” His night off was pre-planned, as Barrett had requested the time away.

– Joe Tessitore will also have some time away from WWE duties at the start of football season.

– Aigle Blanc was backstage at WWE Clash in Paris.

– A number of talents who participated in the WWE SummerSlam week tryouts have now been informed of their status.

(H/T: Fightful Select)