There is absolutely nothing to to the rumor. Bryan is not in the process of being released and is still in great standing with the company. While he is not (yet) cleared to return to the ring, he will be seen regularly in the new season of Total Divas and is very much part of the company.
So, wherever the story started, it is not legitimate in any way, shape or form.
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