Andrade has officially concluded his dealings with WWE as of December 12, 2025, marking a significant moment for the Mexican wrestling star. Reports from Fightful Select indicate that he was previously hindered by a contentious one-year non-compete clause, which restricted him from signing with other wrestling promotions. With this clause now waived, Andrade is free to pursue opportunities with any organization, including All Elite Wrestling (AEW).
The resolution of Andrade’s contractual issues was facilitated by his connection with fellow wrestler Rush, who introduced him to an attorney capable of addressing the legal obstacles. With the non-compete clause no longer in effect, Andrade can compete in matches and sign contracts at his discretion, a change that has already allowed him to make recent appearances for promotions such as New Japan and House Of Glory.
Andrade’s last match with WWE occurred during the chaotic Six Pack TLC bout at SummerSlam 2025. In that event, he teamed up with Rey Fenix against a lineup that included DIY, Fraxiom, The Street Profits, and the Motor City Machine Guns, with The Wyatt Sicks ultimately claiming victory. Despite the high-stakes environment of the match, Andrade left WWE with a sense of dissatisfaction regarding how his exit was managed by company officials.
According to Fightful, sources had previously expressed skepticism about the enforceability of the non-compete clause, and recent developments seem to confirm those expectations. However, Andrade’s departure from WWE did result in the expiration of his visa, a matter that is also anticipated to be resolved promptly.
As Andrade prepares for his next steps, AEW remains a strong contender for his signature. He made an appearance on the October 1, 2025, episode of Dynamite, which marked the show’s six-year anniversary. During this episode, Andrade joined the Don Callis Family by attacking Kenny Omega, setting the stage for potential storylines. Yet, due to ongoing contract negotiations, AEW was unable to utilize Andrade for the final months of 2025.
Fans and insiders alike hope that Andrade’s return to AEW will yield a more fulfilling experience than his previous run from 2021 to 2023, which ended with him expressing dissatisfaction. After a surprising appearance in WWE’s 2024 Royal Rumble, where he faced similar challenges under Triple H‘s leadership, Andrade’s future remains uncertain. The wrestling community is eager to see whether he will find greater success under Tony Khan in 2026.
With his recent legal hurdles cleared, Andrade is poised to make significant moves in the wrestling world, and his next steps are eagerly anticipated by fans and analysts alike.
