AEW fans expecting Zayda Steel to pop up under Tony Khans umbrella may need to pump the brakesfor now. While shes on the radar and no longer tied to WWE, it looks like she hasnt officially inked a deal with All Elite Wrestling.
Fightful Select previously reported that AEW had reached out to Zayda Steel shortly after her WWE ID contract ended in early October. That deal, unique in nature, had matching rights that allowed WWE to counter outside offers. But now, with that contract expired and no restrictions holding her back, Zaydas a true free agent.
During the November 23, 2025 edition of his Fightful Report, Sean Ross Sapp gave a clear status update on Zayda Steel and two other prospects, Haiyan and Maya World. According to Sapp, AEW has definitely taken notice of their workbut interest hasnt yet turned into signed deals.
He made sure to dial back any overexcitement by clarifying that while all three women are on AEWs radar, the situation hasnt moved past the evaluation stage.
Zayda has continued working internationally with companies after her WWE departure, steadily building her rsum. Sources previously stated that she turned down a WWE renewal, choosing instead to explore options outside the system.
With AEWs womens division constantly evolving, its only a matter of time before fresh talent is folded inbut for now, Zayda Steel, Haiyan, and Maya World are still unsigned and waiting for the right opportunity to lock things down.
Are you surprised AEW hasnt pulled the trigger on signing Zayda Steel yet? Which of these three prospects do you think would make the biggest impact? Sound off in the commentswe want to hear your take.
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