Kairi Sane’s potential move to AEW remains a story to watch as the promotion prepares for WrestleDream 2026 on October 17.

Despite reports of discussions between the former WWE star and AEW, the latest update suggests there is still a significant step left to overcome before her future becomes clear.

With the pay-per-view approaching, speculation about a possible appearance continues. However, there is an important distinction between being linked to a promotion and officially putting pen to paper.

According to Fightful Select, AEW and Sane had not reached an agreement as of this week. The report did not clarify how far negotiations had progressed or identify the outstanding issues preventing a deal from being finalized.

Sane has reportedly been in discussions with AEW since becoming a free agent in July. Previous reports also indicated that several promotions, including companies outside the United States, had expressed interest in signing her.

That interest leaves the door open to multiple possibilities, even as AEW remains in the conversation. For now, though, no confirmed agreement or announcement establishing where the former WWE talent will compete next has come to light.

Sane is also scheduled to appear at Chris Jericho’s Rock ’N’ Wrestling Rager at Sea: Seventh Cruise of a Seventh Cruise in early November. An episode of AEW Collision was taped during the cruise. However, her participation in the event does not guarantee she will feature on the television broadcast.

Her planned appearance on Jericho’s cruise has added another point of interest as fans follow developments surrounding her career. Still, it should not be taken as confirmation that she has signed with AEW or that a debut is imminent.

With WrestleDream taking place in Orlando, Florida, on October 17, the possibility of a surprise appearance remains in contention. AEW has yet to finalize whether Sane will be involved in the show.

For now, the negotiations have not reached the finish line. Until an agreement is confirmed, Sane’s next destination remains an open question. Fans will have to wait for the next chapter rather than count this signing as a done deal.