Five Wrestlers That Could Sign With AEW in 2025

Surely a certainty for the Forbidden Door season, Gabe Kidd announced himself to the world with a stunning performance opposite Kenny Omega at the most recent Wrestle Kingdon event in Japan. The British star has made brief appearances on a small level for both AEW and ROH but with the Omega performance set to be a huge platform for him to build on, a decent run in AEW could be what he needs to boost his profile to a bigger audience in America.

AJ Styles 

There’s still uncertainty regarding the contract of AJ Styles, but if he wishes to end his almost decade-long run in WWE, then he’s surely a name that AEW will be all over. Styles has proven to be a reliable hand no matter where he’s performed and even if he’s not occupying the top spot in a company, his work rate is amongst the best in the industry. Numerous readymade feuds in AEW await Styles, and he won’t be short of mouthwatering rivals if he eventually makes the switch.

Baron Corbin 

Is there space for Baron Corbin on AEW’s already bloated roaster that is awash with former WWE talent? Corbin’s versatility and ability to easily draw a reaction make him worth taking a gamble on due to the number of roles he can play. Corbin’s heart is probably set on returning to WWE one day, but a brief run in AEW where he can possibly elevate others might be a suitable short-term option for all parties.

Mike Bailey 

A standout in TNA and someone capable of regularly delivering high-quality matches for Tony Khan, Mike Bailey is surely someone AEW is eager to bring in. Bailey has a history with numerous AEW talents and putting him opposite Will Ospreay, Kenny Omega, or Konosuke Takeshita is a quick way to showcase his impressive repertoire. How about signing Josh Alexander simultaneously and bringing them both in to restore credibility to the tag division? Whatever the plan, Bailey will give his all ensuring it works.