Previous WWE star and United States Titleholder Ilja Dragunov is strongly rumored to be joining AEW in the near future.
Fightful Select has indicated that even the top stars in AEW are uncertain about the exact timing of Dragunov’s debut. Despite this, it ended up being validated that he is definitely joining the promotion, and preparations have already been made for his arrival. AEW is moreover currently working through the details of Dragunov’s visa.
Dragunov within the past few days parted ways with WWE after his deal expired. Additionally, his closing appearance on WWE television was on SmackDown, just before The showcase of the immortals 42 — where he competed in the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal.