Despite what you may have heard elsewhere, don’t expect to see Andrade back on WWE programming anytime soon.
A recent report from Mike Johnson of PWInsider detailed a story making the rounds in Mexico that suggested WWE is utilizing Andrade’s current non-compete as a way to bring him back into the company. This news was initially surprising as the company terminated Andrade’s contract, so wanting to bring him back to TV just because he appeared on AEW seemed a little far-fetched.
This report is now being disputed by Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, stating that the rumors that WWE was looking to bring Andrade back to the company aren’t true.
One WWE source told Meltzer that they haven’t heard Andrade’s name discussed at all. While another source flat-out told him it wasn’t true. Meltzer notes that it’s in WWE’s nature to keep things a secret lately, but he doesn’t believe Andrade would qualify in that category.
Stay tuned to WrestleZone for more information as it becomes available.
Andrade is trying to keep a positive attitude during this situation
Andrade hasn’t been seen in a wrestling ring since his surprise return to AEW earlier this month on Dynamite. Following the return, WWE sent word to both parties that El Idolo is under a one-year non-compete due to the termination of his contract.
Despite that, Andrade has been trying to keep a positive outlook on things. The All Elite Wrestling star recently took to Instagram to post an uplifting message amid the chaos, writing:
“Keep your head up. There’s always light at the end of the tunnel!!! *Three fist emojis,*” Andrade said in a post.
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What do you make of this report? Are you happy to hear WWE isn’t trying to bring Andrade back after terminating his contract last month? Let us know your overall thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below.
