WWE Boosts Contract Offer to Retain Top Talent
Summary
– Stephanie Vaquer was highly sought after by both WWE and AEW.
– WWE increased their contract offer to match AEW’s, ensuring Vaquer’s move.
– Vaquer has already made her WWE in-ring debut.
During AEW’s Forbidden Door event, Stephanie Vaquer’s match with Mercedes Moné sparked significant interest from both WWE and AEW. Despite her commitments to CMLL and NJPW, Vaquer signed with WWE, who reportedly matched AEW’s offer to secure her talents.
Stephanie Vaquer relinquished her CMLL Women’s Tag Team Championship and the CMLL Women’s Championship, citing personal reasons. Her quick transition to WWE surprised many fans. On the Keepin’ It 100 podcast, sports reporter Harry Ruiz revealed that WWE had year-long plans for Vaquer, which she appreciated. WWE enhanced their offer to match AEW’s, similar to the contract Giulia received when she joined NXT from New Japan.
Vaquer was also allegedly contacted by Shawn Michaels just before AEW finalized their deal with her, and AEW reportedly did not offer travel support for her Forbidden Door appearance. Vaquer has already debuted in the WWE ring, and fans are eager to see how she will perform.