Free Agent Wrestlers That Need To Be Signed

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• One of the most exciting things about professional wrestling is how it is always possible for anyone to show up anywhere. At a time, it was unthinkable that Cody Rhodes would leave AEW and be back in WWE. At another point, it was unseen that Bryan Danielson would be in AEW. Free agent signings always bring about a lot of speculation. Whether they are big names or up-and-coming names, it never ceases to bring about that excitement. Below are some names who should be signed to a major promotion in 2024. It is a mix of legends, former champions, rising stars, and many more.

There are always great free-agent wrestlers available in professional wrestling, and right now it is no different, as the current landscape has some major talent that isn't signed to a promotion full-time. Some of these wrestlers are upcoming stars who showcase major potential, while others are more experienced names who can add a lot of star value to WWE, AEW, TNA, NJPW, and more.

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Every promotion in the world is constantly looking to add big names to bolster their rosters, and certain free-agent signings would make a big impact if they were to get picked up. 2024 will no doubt see that take place, with many of these wrestlers likely landing contracts somewhere.

UPDATE: 2024/03/22 17:30 EST BY BENJAMIN VIEIRA

One of the most exciting things about professional wrestling is how it is always possible for anyone to show up anywhere. At a time, it was unthinkable that Cody Rhodes would leave AEW and be back in WWE. At another point, it was unseen that Bryan Danielson would be in AEW. Free agent signings always bring about a lot of speculation. Whether they are big names or up-and-coming names, it never ceases to bring about that excitement. Below are some names who should be signed to a major promotion in 2024. It is a mix of legends, former champions, rising stars, and many more.

A Tag Team With A Lot Of Style

BUSSY Have Proven How Great They Are

• Effy is a multi-time champion on the indies, having held titles in GCW, AWN, NWA, and won Matt Cardona's Internet Championship.
• Allie Katch has made appearances for AEW, TNA, Progress Wrestling, and more.
• The two defeated The Briscoes to become GCW Tag Team Champions and held the titles for 111 days.

Over the last few years, there have been only a few names that have taken over the independent scene in professional wrestling, such as Effy and Allie Katch. Collectively known as BUSSY, they have been one of the most entertaining and talented pairings outside mainstream companies. Primarily competing in GCW, they have held the GCW Tag Team Titles and faced big-time teams such as The Briscoes. Together, they would be a major asset to any promotion.

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Jacob Fatu Is The Longest Reigning MLW World Heavyweight Champion In History

• Fatu is cousins with The Usos, who inspired him to get into professional wrestling.
• He is the son of Sam Fatu.
• He has wrestled in MLW and NJPW.

The Bloodline has been the biggest stable in WWE for the last couple of years. With Roman Reigns as the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion, they have been on top. However, before Reigns' era of dominance, Jacob Fatu took over MLW as MLW World Heavyweight Champion. He held the title for 819 days before he lost the title to Alexander Hammerstone. He became a free agent in February 2024 and has all the makings of a big star.

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Steph De Lander Would Be A Great Addition To Any Roster

• She was with NXT from 2021-2022.
• She was in a tag team with Indi Hartwell.
• De Lander has been associated with Matt Cardona on the indies.

Before she took over the indies with Matt Cardona, Steph De Lander wrestled in NXT as Persia Pirotta. She was released in 2022 and has completely reinvented herself to be one of the most impactful names on the indies today. Her association with Cardona has also been greatly beneficial for both of them. While she has done great with reinventing herself on the indies, De Lander would also be a phenomenal addition to any roster if she signs somewhere in 2024.

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Lio Rush Is A Unique Talent

• He is a former NXT Cruiserweight Champion.
• He was aligned with Dante Martin in AEW.
• Rush held the TNA X-Division Title for 56 days.

Lio Rush offers something that nobody else does in wrestling due to his size and the speed with which he works inside the ring. It makes him stand out on any roster, and now that he is a free agent, Rush is someone that a lot of promotions could end up looking at signing.

He's got a lot of experience around the world working at the highest level. Therefore, he is proven when it comes to competing at that level. Rush also has the gift of the gab which is beneficial, as he can entertain with his promos just as much as his in-ring work.

Who's Next?

Goldberg Is Still On The Market

• He is a WWE Hall of Famer.
• Goldberg is a former WCW World Heavyweight Champion, WCW United States Heavyweight Champion, and WCW World Tag Team Champion.
• He is a two-time Universal Champion.

Goldberg is one of the biggest names in the history of professional wrestling, and he's someone who has made it clear he's interested in having a final retirement match. While signing him wouldn't be a long-term deal for the future, it could provide any company with one major storyline and match that would draw interest.

The star power that Goldberg brings would make him a major signing for any company, and he's someone who always looks after himself physically. Therefore, he would still be able to perform at a level people expect.

The Whole F'n Show Still Has What It Takes

Rob Van Dam Is Still Putting On Fantastic Matches

• RVD began wrestling in 1990.
• He is a former WWE Champion, TNA World Heavyweight Champion, and ECW World Television Champion.
• He has been making many appearances in AEW recently.

RVD has never missed a step. Simply put, he is still pulling off phenomenal moves in 2024 that he was doing back when he was in ECW. He has been everywhere and taken on virtually everybody. Since he has been making more and more appearances on AEW, it would be great to see him in a full-time capacity for a major promotion. RVD has years of experience that many do not and would without a doubt be an asset to any company in the world of professional wrestling. It remains to be seen if "Mr. Monday Night" will be signed to a major promotion this year.

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Shelton Benjamin Was Released By WWE In 2023

• Shelton Benjamin was a part of the 2002 OVW Class.
• He is a former WWE Intercontinental and United States Champion.
• Benjamin also appeared in ROH and NJPW.

After the break-up of the Hurt Business in WWE, Shelton Benjamin became lost in the shuffle. It was truly a shame to see. He is easily one of the most talented athletes to have ever stepped into a professional wrestling ring. In WWE, he became a staple of the upper midcard during his first go around in the company. It is still baffling that he has not been a world champion for any major promotion. He was released from WWE in 2023. However, he showed that he is still more than capable of putting on match of the night contenders with virtually anybody he steps into the ring with.

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The Grizzled Young Veterans Are A Fantastic Duo

• Former NXT UK Tag Team Champions
• Three-time Progress Tag Team Champions
• Former members of The Schism

The Grizzled Young Veterans, otherwise known as Zack Gibson and James Drake have been one of the most exciting tag teams in wrestling for several years now. While they didn't get a main roster push in WWE, the work that they did put together was varied and entertaining.

They've proven their ability to play characters, while inside the ring they can put on a clinic with anyone. They'd be a fantastic duo for any company to capture, instantly boosting any tag team division around the world.

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Mandy Rose Would Capture Some Attention

• Worked for WWE from 2015 to 2022.
• Former NXT Women's Champion.
• Has a popular FanTime account.

Mandy Rose had a varied WWE career with plenty of ups and downs, but her final year with the company was fantastic. Her spell in NXT saw her put together amazing performances inside the ring and in terms of her character as she dominated as NXT Women's Champion.

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However, she ended up being cut due to her content on FanTime not matching up with WWE's PG values. However, if another promotion was happy with that she could be a major asset due to her charisma and in-ring talent.

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Matt Cardona Is At The Right Stage To Be Signed

• He is former WWE Superstar, Zack Ryder.
• He held the NWA World Heavyweight Championship.
• He was #13 in the PWI 500 in 2023.

Matt Cardona is one of the most interesting free agents available in professional wrestling because he has completely transformed his career post-WWE. However, because of his years with his former employers, he also has a lot of natural star power that any company can benefit from having.

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Cardona is riding a wave of momentum at the moment and certainly has no shortage of confidence. He's established a character that works for him, and that has gained him a major following that would allow Cardona to bolster any company.