Former WWE wrestler Andrade recently opened up about his contract situation with AEW and the reasons behind his WWE release. Andrade, who appeared in AEW in October, had to stop wrestling for a year due to a WWE non-compete clause. In an interview with “TV Azteca Deportes,” he revealed that his WWE termination was linked to a violation of WWE’s wellness policy related to the use of certain medications and supplements that are legal in Mexico but banned by WWE. He emphasized that his exit was amicable despite the wellness policy breach.
Andrade also discussed the confusion over his non-compete clause duration, explaining that his WWE contract included a 12-month global non-compete clause, which he was not aware of at signing. He shared that negotiations between his agent and WWE are ongoing to find a way for him to return to wrestling sooner, hoping to avoid completing the full year, having already been sidelined for three months. While some wrestling figures, such as Eric Bischoff and lawyer David Otunga, think Andrade might successfully challenge WWE in court, reports suggest he has no plans to sue.
Fan Take: This update is significant for AEW fans as Andrade’s eventual return could bring exciting high-level talent back to the promotion, strengthening its roster. The situation also highlights ongoing tensions around WWE’s control over talent, which can impact the broader wrestling landscape and competition among wrestling organizations.
