Santos Escobar’s WWE exit has quickly sparked fresh speculation about his next move, with new details emerging just days after his release during the post-WrestleMania roster cuts.
According to Fightful Select, Escobar’s departure may not just be an ending — it could be a reset of plans already in motion before he re-signed with WWE last year.
Santos Escobar CMLL talks expected to resume after WWE release
Sources familiar with Escobar’s situation claimed that CMLL had expected him to join them during his previous free-agent period. Instead, Escobar re-signed with WWE in October on what was described as a significant deal.
Now, with his release confirmed, “those we spoke to expect the CMLL conversations to resume.” It’s less of a fresh start and more of a delayed sequel — the kind that was shelved but never scrapped.
Escobar’s recent run adds another layer to the story. Despite re-signing, he did not appear on WWE main roster television and was instead used within AAA programming. His momentum never quite got out of first gear — a surprising outcome given the reported value of his contract.
Complicating matters further, Escobar is currently sidelined after surgery for a torn triceps. Reports indicate WWE expects him to be healed or close to cleared by the end of his 90-day non-compete period. During that time, he can still use the Performance Center for rehabilitation.
The situation has drawn attention not just for the release itself, but for its timing. Escobar joins a growing list of talents released while recovering from injuries — a trend that continues to raise eyebrows across the industry.
For now, Escobar’s next chapter remains unwritten, but if reports hold true, the door he once nearly walked through may be opening again. And in wrestling, as they say, sometimes the best storylines are the ones that come full circle.
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