Andrade El Idro has finally addressed the situation, revealing a far more concerning story than fans anticipated. After rumors emerged that he might face a year-long wrestling ban due to an alleged contract breach, Andrade confirmed that WWE did enforce a 12-month non-compete clause only after he appeared in AEW.
In an interview with Main Characters, Andrade shared details about the timeline, his frustrations, and how his divorce from Charlotte Flair complicated matters. He initially returned to WWE in 2023 to be closer to his then-wife, but personal troubles increased the professional tension. Andrade stated, “I came back to WWE a year and a half ago… I was making millions and was happy, but I was married. My ex-wife’s name was Charlotte Flair, and the idea was to come back to WWE and be with her. And then a lot of things happened. We got divorced and I wasn’t comfortable in some ways.”
He also acknowledged being cautioned about drug and supplement restrictions that differ between Mexico and WWE’s health policies, admitting to some frustration over the limitations. Andrade said WWE initially agreed to release him amicably until he reappeared in AEW, at which point the company enforced a clause overlooked by his lawyers. He explained, “In the contract I signed, the lawyers didn’t understand the 12-month no-competition clause… There was initially no clause that said I could leave WWE and fight. Then when they saw me debut in AEW, that clause was applied.”
Since sharing a lawyer with Charlotte Flair at the time, Andrade had to find new legal representation, leaving him more vulnerable to contract terms he didn’t fully grasp. With his new lawyer, he’s currently negotiating directly with WWE to reduce the mandatory suspension. He revealed, “I’ll be out of action for three months and won’t be able to compete around the world… My lawyer is already talking to the WWE lawyer and they’ve come to a good deal… I think me and my lawyer have a date set as well, but it’s still left for WWE to officially sign.”
Although the option of going to court remains, Andrade noted that his lawyers advised the process would be lengthy and expensive, so he is pursuing a settlement instead. He said, “We can fight, we can go to court, but our lawyer said the process could be long… We are trying to negotiate to avoid going to court.”
For now, Andrade is keeping things low-key, focusing on training and relaxing while waiting for WWE to finalize the deal. He shared, “Well, now all I have to do is get ready… wake up, have dinner, train, go to the beach, sunbathe and most of all just not think about it.”
Ultimately, Andrade’s return timeline depends on WWE’s decision, leaving his wrestling future on hold until he officially signs a contract.
Fan Take: This development highlights the complex and often precarious nature of wrestling contracts, reminding fans how off-ring issues can heavily impact a wrestler’s career. For WWE followers, Andrade’s situation could signal a more cautious approach to contract enforcement and negotiations, potentially affecting talent movement across promotions.
