It appears that just weeks after WWE released Santos Escobar, the company is bringing him back in a surprising move. This development comes shortly after his contract expired on October 7, 2025, leading to his effective departure from the company.
As previously reported by PWInsider, Escobar quickly lined up a panel appearance at New York Comic Con following his release. However, WWE presented him with a “big offer” that caused Escobar to reconsider his decision. He has since re-signed with WWE, and it seems his return will happen soon.
What Escobar will do upon his return remains unclear. He has not competed in a match since July 2025, so this comeback could serve as a reintroduction to fans.
### Why Was Santos Escobar Released by WWE?
The reason behind Escobar’s original release has not been disclosed. Notably, he was not involved in any major storyline prior to going on hiatus from WWE television. It is possible there simply weren’t any creative directions available for him at the time.
WWE allowed his contract to expire in October before making a renewed offer to bring him back. The nature of the “big offer” suggests that the company has plans for him moving forward, which is promising news for his fanbase.
### Career Highlights
Santos Escobar is a former NXT Cruiserweight Champion, holding the title for an impressive 321 days before losing it to Kushida on an episode of NXT. In 2022, he made the jump to WWE’s main roster by joining the Latino World Order (LWO) alongside Rey Mysterio, Cruz Del Toro, Joaquin Wilde, and Zelina Vega.
The following year, Escobar turned on the LWO, sparking a feud with Mysterio. He went on to form Legado Del Fantasma, which also features Angel and Berto. His last notable match prior to his initial release took place at Worlds Collide on June 7, 2025, where Legado Del Fantasma defeated Elijo de Dr. Wagner Jr., Pagano, and Psycho Clown in a six-man tag team match.
### Previous Experience
Before joining WWE in 2019, Escobar gained valuable experience wrestling in promotions such as Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide, Lucha Underground, and Impact Wrestling.
With his recent re-signing, it is expected that Santos Escobar will be part of WWE’s plans for the foreseeable future, much to the excitement of his supporters.
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