Tony Khan outlines AEW's selective approach toward new signings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 8:15 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Tony Khan, President of AEW, discussed the organization’s current strategy for signing talent amidst a wave of WWE releases. Speaking with Roar Around The Ring, Khan emphasized that AEW is being more selective due to a high level of competition among existing wrestlers. The recent debut of the Motor City Machine Guns, a prominent tag team, highlights a continuing interest in top talent, although AEW will not pursue every notable WWE release in the future. Additionally, Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods are expected to join AEW once their contracts expire, potentially facilitating high-profile matchups.
- •Tony Khan highlighted AEW's need for selectivity in signings.
- •The Motor City Machine Guns debuted on Collision in Detroit.
- •Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods may join AEW soon.
- •AEW's roster includes a mix of homegrown and former WWE talent.
- •Expanding options for wrestlers includes other promotions such as NJPW and TNA.
- 8:15 PMYahoo Sports — Tony Khan Says AEW Must Be 'Very Considerate' On Signings
"With multiple ex-WWE talent becoming free agents, Tony Khan discussed his strategy of signing wrestlers to AEW.
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