WWE’s latest wave of released Superstars has officially reached free agency. As of July 23, 2026, the 90-day non-compete clauses for several former WWE stars have expired, allowing them to immediately negotiate and sign with any wrestling promotion around the world.
The list of available talent includes decorated champions, established tag teams and former members of Wyatt Sicks, with promotions such as AEW, TNA Wrestling, NJPW, AAA and others now able to add them to their rosters. Below is the complete list of WWE free agents, along with a look at when Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods are expected to become available after their own non-compete clauses expire.
Complete List of WWE Wrestlers Who Are Free Agents (July 2026)
| Former WWE Name | Current Ring Name | Date Became Free Agent | Most Recent WWE Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motor City Machine Guns | Alex Shelley & Chris Sabin | July 23, 2026 | Former WWE Tag Team Champions |
| Kairi Sane | Kairi | July 23, 2026 | Member of the WWE women’s division |
| Santos Escobar | Hijo del Fantasma | July 23, 2026 | Leader of Legado del Fantasma |
| Zoey Stark | Zoey Serrano | July 23, 2026 | Member of the WWE women’s division |
| Aleister Black | Aleister Black | July 23, 2026 | SmackDown Superstar |
| Zelina Vega | Zelina Vega | July 23, 2026 | Member of the WWE women’s division |
| Erick Rowan | Erick Rowan | July 23, 2026 | Member of Wyatt Sicks |
| Nikki Cross | Nikki Storm | July 23, 2026 | Member of Wyatt Sicks |
| Joe Gacy | Joseph Sawyer | July 23, 2026 | Member of Wyatt Sicks |
| Dexter Lumis | Samuel Shaw | July 23, 2026 | Member of Wyatt Sicks |
| Bo Dallas | Bo Dallas | July 23, 2026 | Leader of Wyatt Sicks (Uncle Howdy) |
When Will The New Day Become WWE Free Agents?
While the latest group of former WWE Superstars officially became free agents on July 23, another high-profile duo is set to join them in early August. Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods are expected to become free agents once their 90-day non-compete clauses expire following their mutual departures from WWE.
The pair are already at the center of heavy speculation about their future. Multiple reports have indicated that AEW is expected to pursue The New Day, with rumors also suggesting the promotion has discussed creative plans for the decorated tag team once they become available. While neither Kingston nor Woods has announced where they intend to sign, AEW has emerged as the overwhelming favorite to land the former multi-time WWE Tag Team Champions.
| Wrestler | Current Status | Expected Free Agency |
|---|---|---|
| Kofi Kingston | Under 90-day non-compete | First week of August 2026 |
| Xavier Woods | Under 90-day non-compete | First week of August 2026 |
WWE Free Agents FAQ
Which WWE wrestlers are free agents now?
As of July 23, 2026, the latest group of WWE free agents includes Motor City Machine Guns, Kairi, Hijo del Fantasma, Zoey Serrano, Aleister Black, Zelina Vega, Erick Rowan, Nikki Storm, Joseph Sawyer, Samuel Shaw and Bo Dallas.
When did these WWE wrestlers become free agents?
The wrestlers listed above officially became free agents on July 23, 2026, after their 90-day non-compete clauses expired following their departures from WWE.
When will Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods become free agents?
Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods are expected to become free agents during the first week of August 2026 when their 90-day non-compete clauses expire. Once that happens, they will be free to sign with any wrestling promotion.
Which wrestling promotions can sign these WWE free agents?
Now that their non-compete clauses have expired, these wrestlers are eligible to negotiate and sign with any promotion, including AEW, TNA Wrestling, NJPW, AAA, CMLL, STARDOM, Marigold, MLW and independent wrestling promotions.
Which WWE free agents are rumored to sign with AEW?
While no signings have been officially announced, AEW has been heavily linked to several of the newly available free agents. Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods have also been the subject of significant speculation ahead of their expected free agency in early August, though neither wrestler has confirmed their next destination.
