After weeks of cryptic teases and online speculation, AEW fans finally have their answer — Thekla is officially All Elite.
According to a new report from Fightful Select, Thekla has signed a deal with All Elite Wrestling following a lengthy period of behind-the-scenes negotiations and preparations for her U.S. transition. The former STARDOM standout had reportedly been in talks with AEW for some time before the deal was locked in.
Interestingly, Thekla wasn’t just on AEW’s radar — sources indicate that WWE also showed interest in signing her during their international talent scouting push last year. However, AEW ultimately secured the rising star, who brings a unique blend of charisma and in-ring ferocity to their growing women’s division.
Fans have been picking up on spider-themed hints on AEW programming in recent weeks, and now we know why. During last night’s Dynamite, a subtle but deliberate red spider graphic briefly appeared in the top left corner of the screen — a clear nod to Thekla’s “Toxic Spider” persona. It’s believed these Easter eggs are part of the build-up to her on-screen debut.
Thekla’s arrival adds another layer of intrigue to AEW’s women’s roster, especially given her gothic aesthetic, high-impact style, and international fanbase. With her official signing now confirmed, it’s only a matter of time before she makes her presence felt in the AEW ring.
Will she arrive as a lone predator or align herself with an existing faction? The web is just beginning to spin.
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