MCU Phase 4: 15 Essential Rumours & Theories You Need To Know

2. Norman Osborn Becomes An Overarching Antagonist

The Rumour:

Marvel have big plans for Norman Osborn in MCU Phase 4, and see him as a villain for not just Spider-Man, but for the Avengers too. Numerous outlets have theorised that Marvel have already seeded his arrival, but Daniel Richtman also claims that Marvel "will try their best to extend their contract with Sony" to ensure the villain plays a part in future Marvel phases.

The Response:

As with most Phase 4 rumours it's a little too early to rule this one out, but the character's entrance is by no means guaranteed. Some of the more interesting theories regarding the villain is that he's already been an influence in previous films, such as Ant-Man and the Wasp, with some even going so far as to claim Sonny Burch's buyer for stolen Pym technology was none other than Osborn himself.

Also interesting to note is that Avengers Tower - formerly Stark Tower - is under construction in the trailer for Far From Home. Could this be Osborn moving in? It’s a possibility, especially since the MCU’s New York lacks an Oscorp Tower, and with the Baxter Building already existing elsewhere in the city curtesy of Iron Fist Season 2.

Again, none of this is concrete and it's best not to get your hopes up until more reliable channels start reporting that Osborn is involved in the MCU's future, but there's no denying it's a compelling rumour.