Wrestling Free Agent Kazuchika Okada Leaving NJPW, WWE and AEW Show Interest

Okada's decision to leave influenced by desire to maintain competitive edge, with AEW speculated as potential favorite for signing.

Kazuchika Okada, a top wrestling free agent, is leaving New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) at the end of January 2024.
Both WWE and AEW are reportedly interested in signing Okada, with sources from both sides believing they can secure the deal.
Okada has expressed a desire to avoid complacency and maintain his competitive edge, which influenced his decision to leave NJPW.
Wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer speculates that AEW may be the favorite to sign Okada, but nothing is confirmed yet.
Okada's potential move to WWE could involve a presentation strategy similar to Shinsuke Nakamura's, involving Japanese promos with subtitles.