Mercedes Mones arrival inAEW has significantly reshaped the promotions landscape. As the TBS Champion, shehas been a major focus on AEW television and it appears she has bragged about being offered lucrative deals before joining AEW.
The TBS Champion spoke with BT and Sal on WFAN to promote her champion versus champion match against NJPW STRONG Womens Champion Stephanie Vaquer at the AEW & NJPW: Forbidden Door.
During the conversation, Mercedes Mone reflected on her time as a free agent before joining AEW. She found the free agent market both exciting and overwhelming, as she bragged about numerous companies showing strong interest in signing her with lucrative offers. Despite WWEs continued efforts to bring her back, she felt a strong pull to move forward in her career.
Conversations with Tony Khan and other companies like New Japan and CMLL spanned two years as she considered her options. Her decision was solidified after attending AEW All In at Wembley, where the energy of the 80,000-strong crowd resonated deeply with her. This experience convinced her that AEW was the right fit, leading to her signing what she considers an extraordinary contract in wrestling history.
Mercedes Mone also confirmed she has creative control in AEW. As mentioned already, Mercedes Mone is set to face Stephanie Vaquer in ahighly anticipated Title for Title match at Forbidden Dooron June 30th, so well have to see who will come out on top in the match.
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