As WWE prepared for WrestleMania 41, the company launched an extensive UK tour across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, during which they held tryouts to scout top local wrestling talent. Among those trying out was Luke Jacobs, the current PROGRESS World Champion, who was widely believed to have secured a WWE contract. However, contrary to those rumors, WWE has not signed Jacobs. Corey Brennan from Fightful Select confirmed this information, which reached Jacobs during PROGRESS Wrestling’s annual Super Strong Style 16 tournament.
Other notable British wrestlers who attended the tryouts included Deiress, the winner of the 2025 Super Strong Style 16 tournament, and Rhio, but none of these talents have been signed by WWE as of now. Jacobs continues to thrive outside WWE, currently holding half of the RevPro British Tag Team Championship with Ethan Allen as part of the Young Guns, in addition to being the Endless Promotional Heavyweight Champion since January 2024.
Fan Take: This development is significant for WWE fans because it suggests that despite WWE’s efforts to tap into British wrestling talent, some of the scene’s biggest stars like Luke Jacobs are continuing to build their legacies independently. It could signal a shift in wrestling’s power dynamic, where major promotions must compete harder to attract established stars, potentially leading to more diverse opportunities across the sport.
