News from eWrestlingNews has confirmed that Stephanie Vaquer has joined WWE after leaving CMLL and NJPW. Vaquer’s commitment to WWE was seen following her departure from NJPW after she lost the Strong Women’s Title to Mercedes Mone at the AEW x NJPW: Forbidden Door 2024 event. This match earned her commendations, intensifying her appeal to WWE.
The Wrestling Observer Newsletter has revealed that a ‘tremendous contract’ was extended to Vaquer by WWE on July 7, given that they were privy to an offer from AEW. Vaquer is slated to make her WWE debut at a July 13 event at Arena Ciudad in Mexico City, where she’s expected to take her first steps in NXT.
Informed sources have shed light on Vaquer’s decision to opt for WWE instead of seriously considering AEW. This choice appears to stem from her long-standing admiration for WWE from her younger years and her ambition to be part of the high-value company. It should be noted that Vaquer had a trial opportunity with WWE in 2018, which further underlines her affiliation with the brand.