Overview

• Reports say his deal expired at midnight on Oct. 7, with no non-compete expected unless a last-minute agreement was reached.
• WWE made re-signing offers, including a raise, that he turned down, with reporting indicating he sought clarity on how he would be used.
• Escobar wrestled only seven matches in 2025, including three on SmackDown, reflecting a sharp drop in television time.
• Social posts featuring an hourglass emoji and a “PALANTE” video fueled exit expectations as negotiations lagged.
• Coverage indicates he would draw strong interest from other promotions, including in AEW and Mexico, while Legado del Fantasma’s WWE trajectory remains unclear.