Andrade’s WWE Exit Had Been In The Works For Weeks With Creative Plans Affected

Andrade’s WWE departure has raised plenty of questions, and new details confirm that it wasn’t a simple case of his contract running out.

Fightful Select reports that Andrade still had more than 18 months left on his deal when he re-signed, so his exit was not due to an expiration. His departure is being described as an isolated situation, with no connection to any broader roster cuts.

Despite weeks of speculation about an injury, Andrade was not listed on WWE’s internal injury report. Instead, sources indicated that the decision for him to leave had been in the works for some time, though the exact circumstances remain unclear. He also has not been backstage at SmackDown during this period, further signaling his removal from active plans.

WWE sources noted that discussions about his departure had been going on for at least a week before it became public. His exit forced immediate changes to creative direction after SummerSlam, which turned out to be his final WWE appearance. At one point, Andrade was scheduled to team with Fenix against the Wyatt Sicks at Clash in Paris, but those plans were quietly scrapped once it became clear he was on his way out of the company.

Now that Andrade is officially gone, attention naturally shifts to what’s next for him. Whether he chooses to make a return to AEW, head back to CMLL, or explore an entirely new opportunity, his next move will be closely watched by wrestling fans.

Do you think Andrade made the right call in leaving WWE, and where would you like to see him compete next? Share your thoughts in the comments below.