WWE NXT has been undergoing a rebuild as of late with several new stars and signings being introduced on the brand over the past few months.
Following the main roster callups of Oba Femi, Je’Von Evans and Trick Williams, the brand had to fill in the void left behind by these notable talents.
While the likes of The Vanity Project, Keanu Carver and Sean Legacy have fit in well, NXT could replenish even more with some new signings in the coming weeks and months.
Here are seven more new potential WWE NXT signings.
7. Ahmed Essan
On March 9, it was revealed that WWE SummerSlam 2025 tryout attendee Ahmed Essan, who had also been part of the tryouts in the UK, had signed with the promotion.
From Egypt, Essan left an impression during his tryout that eventually led to him getting signed and starting to train at the WWE Performance Center.
Essan is a wrestler and MMA fighter in Egypt, which helped to become quite decorated as a two-time African Champion, two-time Arab Wrestling Champion, a World Wrestling Champion and an Egyptian Champion according to his social media.
With his size and experience, Essan could be someone that will catch the fans’ eyes immediately upon making his debut on WWE programming.
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6. Shady Elnahas
Another Egyptian star who recently signed with WWE was Shady Elnahas who inked his deal in late 2025.
Elnahas has yet to make an official appearance on WWE TV despite signing with the company last year, but has appeared as a generic security guard on NXT TV.
Despite being from Egypt originally, Elnahas made his name in Judo representing Canada.
At just 27 years old, Elnahas has the looks, size and strength to impress fans whenever he gets his opportunity on WWE NXT.
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5. Delia Schweizer
Another star who got signed following the WWE SummerSlam 2025 tryouts last year is Delia Schweizer.
Schweizer is a Crossfit Athlete who has an impressive physique that caught the eye of WWE during her tryout.
Moving to Florida, the German-born star has expressed that being in WWE is “one of the most amazing experiences and opportunities” she’s ever had.
Now feeling she’s falling in love with pro wrestling, Schweizer might be someone for fans to keep their eyes on as she progresses in her career.
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4. Ellen B. Akesson
Another recently revealed WWE signing that might be introduced to fans soon is Ellen B. Akesson.
Akesson is a former National Arm Wrestling Champion from Sweden and also has experience in powerlifting as well.
With her background as a strongwoman and streetlifting, Akesson is someone who has skills that could translate well into the pro wrestling world.
Depending on how well she can adapt to the business, Akesson could be someone who fans are seeing inside the squared circle for years to come.
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3. Nikki Blackheart
Recently, WWE held its first tryout of 2026 with several notable independent standouts as part of the participants.
Among them, Nikki Blackheart was someone who had to gain some attention and could be next up to sign with the company.
With several years traveling around the world on the indies, Blackheart has an awe-inspiring physique and look that could stand out from the pack.
Signing with WWE, Blackheart could be yet another star on the NXT women’s division that will excel under their umbrella and continue her progression as an in-ring performer.
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2. Rhio
While most of the names listed above have already officially signed with WWE NXT, there are plenty of talents that are still waiting on the call.
Someone else who received a tryout over the past year is UK independent wrestling standout Rhio.
Known as ‘The Queen of the Indy Scene,’ Rhio is someone who has earned the reputation for her physical in-ring style and overall eye-catching presentation as a character.
After receiving a tryout last year in the UK, it feels like a no-brainer that WWE has to sign Rhio to a contract sooner rather than later and she could truly bolster the roster on NXT.
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1. Rayne Leverkusen
There was news in February 2026 that UK independent star Rayne Leverkusen had signed a new deal with WWE.
Considered by many to be the MVP of the SummerSlam 2025 tryout, Leverkusen showcased her in-ring skills that has made her a featured star for multiple promotions across the United Kingdom.
‘The Maiden of Metal’ was recently seen around the ringside area for the Lola Vice vs. Kelani Jordan NXT Underground match at the WWE NXT Vengeance Day 2026 event.
It feels like only a matter of time before Leverkusen becomes a regular part of the WWE NXT roster, bringing her unique look and flair to the brand in a significant way.
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