Ortiz says that WWE was interested in signing he and Santana prior to them ultimately deciding to sign with All Elite Wrestling.
Speaking on a recent edition of the “Shining Wizards Wrestling Podcast,” Ortiz revealed that there was interest from WWE after they left Impact Wrestling. He said,
“Impact definitely wanted to keep us. WWE was an option at that time. It really went back and forth with us and it made our decision really hard. They made it very appealing and we would’ve gone over for NXT. They were making it really appealing and hard for us to actually choose AEW.”
He added, “Ultimately, we went with AEW just because the schedule was a huge factor being that we would be at home more with our families. We’d be able to raise our children and have more of a hand in that. We were thinking best case scenario. Lets say we’d bust our ass and take off and make it to the main roster in WWE. We’d probably never be home.”
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In a recent interview on the “Shining Wizards Wrestling Podcast,” professional wrestler Ortiz revealed that WWE had shown interest in signing him and his tag team partner Santana before they ultimately decided to sign with All Elite Wrestling (AEW).
Ortiz explained that after leaving Impact Wrestling, both Impact and WWE expressed interest in keeping them on their rosters. He mentioned that WWE made the option of joining their developmental brand NXT very appealing, making the decision between WWE and AEW a difficult one.
Ultimately, Ortiz and Santana chose AEW because of the schedule flexibility it offered. They wanted to spend more time at home with their families and be able to actively participate in raising their children. Ortiz mentioned that even if they had made it to the main roster in WWE, they would probably never be home due to the demanding schedule.
The decision to sign with AEW was not an easy one for Ortiz and Santana, as WWE’s offer was enticing. However, they prioritized their personal lives and the opportunity to have a better work-life balance.
Ortiz’s revelation sheds light on the behind-the-scenes negotiations and decision-making processes that professional wrestlers go through when choosing which promotion to sign with. It also highlights the importance of family and personal life considerations in such decisions.
For wrestling fans, this news provides insight into the inner workings of the industry and the factors that influence wrestlers’ career choices. It also adds to the ongoing competition between WWE and AEW, as both promotions vie for top talent in the industry.
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