Lord John Grey's return to Outlander season 7 is imminent, as hinted by several storylines. After Jamie and Lord John decided to stop meeting due to their allegiance to different sides of the American Revolutionary War, their wish for William to never know about his true parentage further strained their friendship. However, William's travels in America and Claire's upcoming troubles with Captain Richardson suggest that Lord John's help will be necessary. Moreover, the introduction of Simon Fraser in episode 5 suggests that Lord John's return is near. When it happens, multiple storylines will intertwine.