Santos Escobar Re-Signs with WWE After Addressing Creative Concerns
Santos Escobar has agreed to a new contract with WWE, reversing course after his previous agreement expired and he became a free agent. Teh deal, reached after discussions with WWE management, reportedly addresses concerns Escobar had regarding his creative direction within the company.
according to reports, WWE responded to Escobar’s expressed dissatisfaction by presenting a substantially improved contract offer.This led to a swift agreement, finalized recently, securing Escobar’s future with the promotion.Details regarding the length or financial terms of the contract have not been disclosed.
The news follows widespread reports last week indicating Escobar was likely to depart WWE. He had reportedly declined previous renewal offers, citing ”creative dissatisfaction” as the primary reason. A prolonged absence from WWE television, with his last match occurring in February, further fueled speculation about his exit.
prior to joining WWE in 2019, Escobar enjoyed a accomplished career wrestling in Mexico and on the independent circuit, performing under the mask of El Hijo del Fantasma.He also gained prominence in Lucha Underground as King Cuerno.
Upon signing with WWE, Escobar quickly became a key figure in the NXT cruiserweight division. He unmasked during this time and established the Legado Del Fantasma faction, leading the group to a combined reign of over 300 days with the NXT Cruiserweight Championship.
Escobar and legado Del Fantasma were later integrated into the main roster and aligned with the reformed Latino World Order (LWO) alongside Rey Mysterio. this alliance eventually dissolved into a storyline where Escobar turned against Mysterio, reviving Legado Del Fantasma as a villainous group. However, the faction’s momentum waned in recent months, contributing to Escobar’s time away from television. With the new contract secured, the focus now shifts to determining how Escobar will be integrated back into WWE storylines.
