8 AEW Debuts Before All In London 2026

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There is now only three weeks remaining ahead of AEW All In London 2026 on Sunday, August 30 from Wembley Stadium at the time of this writing.

Despite only six episodes of AEW TV before the event, the company could introduce some new talents to the promotion.

Whether they be former WWE stars or the top free agents over the past year, these available names could become a key acquisition that alters the landscape ahead of All In London 2026.

Here are eight AEW debuts that could take place befor All In London 2026

8. Sheamus

At the start of July 2026, it was revealed that Sheamus was leaving WWE and becoming a free agent.

After a near-20 year run with WWE, “The Celtic Warrior” now has a new lease on his career.

Immediately upon the announcement of his departure, many fans assumed Sheamus would be on his way to All Elite Wrestling.

Ahead of AEW All In London 2026, Sheamus could arrive in the company and play a pivotal role at the upcoming pay-per-view on August 30.

7. Kay Lee Ray (Alba Fyre)

One of the more noteworthy names that was part of the recent WWE releases in May was Alba Fyre.

Now that she is out of WWE after an eight year stint, Fyre is once again Kay Lee Ray and looking to reestablish herself in a meaningful way.

Since leaving WWE, KLR has made her return to the independent scene, trying to recapture her fire.

Kay Lee Ray signing with AEW could be a valuable asset for the women’s division on the road to All In London 2026.

6. Shotzi Blackheart

Since her WWE release in 2025, Shotzi Blackheart has become one of the premier stars on the independent scene.

Reigniting her career, Blackheart has become a top name in several different promotions, most notably Major League Wrestling where she is the current MLW Featherweight Champion.

While on the indies, Shotzi has joined forces with “Blackheart” Lio Rush in a new alliance.

As a member of the Blackhearts, Shotzi could find her place in AEW alongside Lio in the coming weeks ahead of All In at the end of the month.

5. Nikki Cross

In April 2026, Nikki Cross was one of the more surprising names that was part of the WWE releases.

Being released with the rest of The Wyatt Sicks, Cross has not rested on her laurels whatsoever.

Cross immediately became the new owner for PROGRESS Wrestling in the UK alongside her husband Big Damo.

While she has returned to in-ring competition in companies like wXw, Cross could make her next move by signing with All Elite Wrestling with weeks remaining before All In London 2026 from Wembley Stadium.

4. Charlie (Dakota Kai)

One of the biggest free agent names in pro wrestling has been Dakota Kai since her WWE release.

Leaving the company in 2025, Kai has transformed herself into Charlie and made her return to the indies earlier this year.

After impressing fans at Pro Wrestling: EVE, Charlie has gained the attention of those within AEW with the likes of Will Ospreay and Kris Statlander giving their endorsement to the former WWE star.

Charlie’s debut could happen ahead of AEW All In London 2026 where she can cement her spot in time for the big show on August 30.

3. Leon Slater

A new free agent that may become available in time for AEW All In London 2026 is Leon Slater.

“The Youngest In Charge” has become one of the brightest young stars in the business today.

In TNA Wrestling, Slater made history as the youngest X-Division Champion of all time and has become one of the cornerstones of the company.

Slater potentially signing with All Elite Wrestling would be a massive move after his recent appearances on WWE TV and could help him become a breakout star in time for AEW All In London 2026.

2. Kairi Sane

There was no more shocking name released from WWE in 2026 than Kairi Sane.

Prior to her release from the company, Sane was involved in a high profile storyline with Asuka and IYO SKY.

This is what made Kairi’s release that much more surprising for many fans and critics alike.

Kairi Sane signing with the company before AEW All In London 2026 may open the door for her to represent STARDOM against Thekla in her current feud with the Joshi promotion.

1. The New Day (Kofi Kingston & Xavier Woods)

On May 2, the wrestling world was left with their jaws on the floor after The New Day abruptly departed WWE.

Consideirng the attention their exit garnered, most fans assumed that Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods would make their way to All Elite Wrestling.

With just three weeks remaining before AEW All In London 2026, The New Day may want to debut before Wembley Stadium to announce a match at this huge event.

The New Day’s potential arrival in AEW would be a massive deal that should lead to a spotlight match on the All In card come August 30 in London, England.

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