WWE Mae Young Classic competitor and highly-rated independent talent Candice LeRae is reported to be in the process of signing a contract with the WWE, according to a report from The Wrestling Observer Newsletter.

LeRae, who is the real-life wife of NXT star Johnny Gargano and is best known for her work with promotions including SHIMMER, Pro Wrestling Guerilla and more, participated in the Mae Young Classic tournament last year, losing to Shayna Baszler in the Quarter Finals.

LeRae is expected to be one of a prominent list of signings that WWE are in the process of or have already signed.