First Ever WWE NXT Europe Champion

WWE recently held a special tryout in the UK for several top independent names from the scene.

This led to reports and rumours circulating that WWE will be finally introducing the NXT Europe brand that was discussed following the NXT UK brand was disbanded.

With the company about to start a new brand, there will no doubt be a NXT Europe Championship that is introduced as well.

Considering some of the names from the United Kingdom in the promotion and those part of the tryouts, here are six potential first ever WWE NXT Europe Champions.

6. Zozaya

One of the names that made an impression on WWE during the UK tryouts was Zozaya.

At the age of 22, Zozaya has become a standout on the UK independent scene thanks to his high flying style and versatility in the squared circle.

Despite being from Spain, Zozaya has put on some stellar performances inside the ring and become a breakout star.

Whether it be his rivalry against Leon Slater or his in-ring display for PROGRESS and RevPro, Zozaya has what it takes to become the first ever WWE NXT Europe Champion and someone who could potentially make his way to the company’s main programming soon.

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5. Man Like DeReiss

Man Like DeReiss was another star who impressed those in WWE management during the UK tryouts.

The 28-year-old star has excelled for promotions all around the European scene with his undeniable charisma and underrated in-ring work.

From his work for PROGRESS and RevPro to his recent tryout for TNA Wrestling, DeReiss has truly showcased himself as someone who could be a premier talent for WWE NXT Europe.

Crowning a first ever WWE NXT Europe Champion, DeReiss could set himself up for success for the next decade by getting this historic achievement.

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4. Leon Slater

After shining on the UK indies, Leon Slater made his way to TNA Wrestling and signed with the promotion in 2024.

At just 20 years old, “The Youngest In Charge” has delivered time in and time out in any and every promotions he has appeared in.

Slater has been spectacular since making his way to TNA and created some memorable moments in the company.

With WWE’s working partnership with TNA Wrestling, Slater could crossover to the company and become the talent that they build NXT Europe around for years to come.

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3. Jack Morris

One of the names that caught a lot of fans’ eyes with his presence during the recent WWE UK tryouts was Jack Morris.

The Scottish star made a name for himself on the British independent scene before making his way to Japan.

Working for Pro Wrestling NOAH, Morris has found himself in a prominent position for two of the top stables, such as Good Looking Guys and Team 2000x.

With nearly a decade of experience in the wrestling business, Morris could be a veteran that WWE NXT Europe uses to be the face of the brand, becoming the first ever champion and bringing up some lesser known talent along the way.

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2. Charlie Dempsey

The only name included in this list that didn’t take part in the recent WWE UK tryout is NXT’s Charlie Dempsey.

Appearing for multiple companies around the world like TNA Wrestling, GCW and AJPW, William Regal’s son has been highlighted as an expert in-ring technician.

While he is more than ready for the main roster spotlight, the No Quarter Catch Crew leader could be used as a top talent on WWE NXT Europe.

Becoming the centerpiece for the new brand, Dempsey can be utilised as the first ever WWE NXT Europe Champion to help in the progression of every other star on the brand.

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1. Luke Jacobs

Luke Jacobs was considered by many fans to be the most surprising name included in the recent WWE UK tryouts.

At 24 years old, Jacobs has been a breakout star for the British independent scene as a former RevPro Undisputed British Heavyweight Champion and the current PROGRESS World Champion.

With his hard hitting, physical style, Jacobs has put on some superb in-ring encounters against the likes of Tomohiro Ishii, JJ Gale and Michael Oku.

While WWE has not approached him in regards to signing him, Jacobs should be someone who the company invested in for years to come starting with him becoming the first ever WWE NXT Europe Champion.

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