A familiar face to MMA fans has signed on the dotted line with WWE.
Bellator MMA women's contender Valerie Loureda (4-1) has inked a deal to become the latest addition to the WWE Universe.
WWE.com released the following announcement:
MMA star Valerie Loureda announces WWE signing
MMA rising sensation Valerie Loureda announced today on the Ariel Helwani's show "MMA Hour" that she has officially signed a contract to join WWE.
Affectionately known as “Master” for her in-ring skill, the 23-year-old compiled a 4-1 MMA record while fighting in Bellator.
An international Taekwondo champion and black belt, Louredo has already made waves in the MMA world with her infectious personality and social media presence.
Be sure to follow along with Loureda’s WWE journey across all WWE and NXT social media channels.
BREAKING: As first announced on @arielhelwani's "MMA Hour," MMA star @valerielouredaa has officially signed with #WWENXT https://t.co/dDdOHvc96A pic.twitter.com/uNXzuduUVn
— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) June 29, 2022
