With WWE NXT always on the hunt for new top talent, there could be some exciting new signings coming soon to the Performance Center.
From veteran UK wrestlers that are rumored to be heading stateside for NXT to known names looking for their next chapters in WWE – there are some compelling options of potential new prospects.
Here are eight potential new WWE NXT signings.
8. ‘Big Trouble’ Ben Bishop
One potential new WWE NXT signing is Big Trouble Ben Bishop after he was spotted at a recent WWE tryout ahead of SummerSlam.
The 6’10” former Division I basketball player Bishop had a tryout with WWE in the past however it was seemingly his growing social media following that captured him a second look.
In addition to going viral for his online comedy, he can now add another accolade to his list of growing achievements.
Bishop is now a PWI Top 500 ranked wrestler, coming in at #304 in the 2025 list as he has continued his indie work in addition to being a social media sensation.
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7. Private Party
Possibly the first ‘homegrown’ AEW tag team to depart for WWE, Private Party may make an NXT debut in the near future.
After dropping the AEW World Tag Team Championship to the Hurt Syndicate back in January, Isiah Kassidy & Marq Quen have yet to re-appear in AEW.
While it was subsequently reported that the duo were awaiting their contracts with AEW to expire over the summer, the pair remain listed on the AEW roster page.
Private Party’s charismatic characters, fun gimmick and impressive in-ring skills could be a great contribution to the rebuilding NXT tag team division.
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6. Zayda Steel
Making it to the finals of the WWE ID Women’s Championship tournament, Zayda Steel ultimately lost out in the triple threat bout against Zara Zakher and winner Kylie Rae.
Even though now that the title has been vacated after Kylie Rae shared the good news that she is pregnant – Steel could be headed for a different title challenge.
Possibly set for a future debut on NXT TV after making numerous notable appearances thus far on WWE Evolve, Steel would be a viable candidate for any of NXT’s women’s titles.
Potentially linking up with her Vanity Project stable on NXT, Zayda Steel could be set for very big storylines.
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5. Mike D Vecchio
A rumored WWE signing that has made his name in the UK is Mike D Vecchio.
Previously rumored to have signed after tryouts along with two others, there are more signs that the trio could be arriving in NXT soon.
In late August at PROGRESS Wrestling, D Vecchio dropped his PROGRESS Atlas Championship in a three-way match against Will Kroos and new champion Gene Munny.
After the match, the crowd gave him a standing ovation with later the PROGRESS social media post noting that the appearance was likely to be the last for D Vecchio for the foreseeable future.
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4. Adrenaline Drip (Cappuccino Jones & Jack Cartwheel)
A pair of WWE ID standouts turned WWE Evolve regulars are Cappuccino Jones and Jack Cartwheel.
With their charismatic style seemingly fit for TV, it would make complete sense to see either or both of these two hit NXT TV in the near future.
While Jones continues to hold the WWE ID Championship, Cartwheel made it to the final of the tournament which set up a dynamic match featuring the tag team battling it out.
Already experienced in indie wrestling, their growing TV experience on Evolve is sure to bring them into the NXT fold sooner rather than later.
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3. Sean Legacy
Another WWE ID talent that has already made an impressive debut in NXT is Sean Legacy.
Having made several appearances on NXT TV already, Legacy has even had a title opportunity. Challenging NXT North American Champion Ethan Page on NXT for the title in a losing bout, Legacy continued to impress.
With his impressive athletics and industry experience, Legacy would be a valuable addition to the relatively young NXT roster.
Recently giving an interview with his local newspaper about his experience appearing on NXT, Legacy revealed that his next goal is to become an officially signed NXT talent and his five year goal is to be on the WWE main roster.
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2. Zozaya
After reportedly impressing officials during a tryout back in March, it seems that Spanish professional wrestler Zozaya is set to be NXT bound.
In another case of a wrestling having seemingly bid farewell to their home promotion, Zozaya gave comments after a recent RevPro loss against Zack Sabre Jr. that seemed to suggest he was set to depart the indies.
It has been previously reported that WWE expressed interest in signing Frenchman Aigle Blanc as well after a set of UK tryouts.
Later it was reported that some new recruits to NXT were set to arrive in September, meaning that we could be meeting the brand new talent sooner rather than later.
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1. Danhausen
Lastly, one potentially top NXT recruit will continue to have to await his freedom from the AEW bench – Danhausen.
Despite previous reports that his AEW contract was set to expire over the summer, it was later noted that time had been applied to the end of his contractual agreement to cover for missed action due to injuries.
Meaning – Danhausen is still not free to be booked with NXT, although he has continued to be an active performer in indie promotions throughout the world since his AEW disappearance.
With rumors that The Rock is a big fan of Danhausen, it seems likely that whenever he is able – the Very Nice, Very Evil star will be able to bring his quirky fan favorite character to WWE.
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