More WWE contracts nearing expiration as talent discusses future options
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 10:28 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
With Ilja Dragunov's recent exit from WWE, several main roster contracts are set to expire in October. Bryan Alvarez reported that additional underused wrestlers are likely to leave, alongside some AEW talents. This could lead to a surge of free agents available in late 2026. Reports also indicate that Bayley is actively considering her next steps with WWE, despite still being under contract. The independent wrestling scene may benefit from these changes depending on new signings from WWE and AEW.
- •Ilja Dragunov's WWE contract has expired.
- •Several other WWE contracts are expiring in October.
- •Bayley is reportedly contemplating her future with WWE.
- •A number of AEW contracts may also end around the same time.
- •Independent wrestling could see increased activity from new free agents.
- 10:28 PMWrestling Inc — More WWE Main Roster Contracts Reportedly Expiring In October
"Following Ilja Dragunov's WWE departure, a number of underused talents are nearing the end of the own contracts.
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