AEW could be losing out on a promising star with a return to WWE on the horizon should things happen the way that some people in WWE believe. At a time when WWE is throwing out big money deals to existing talent and those on the free agent market, it’s a desirable destination for some.
The journey
Andrade El Idolo may on his way out of AEW after joining the promotion in 2021 following his WWE departure. For the majority of his AEW run, he has seemed to be unhappy in the company and had some backstage issues as well.
In late 2022, he had surgery for a torn pectoral muscle he was dealing with. Andrade returned in June and has made references to WWE since returning, leading to speculation he could go back to the company. His AEW deal is believed to be expiring in 2024, although time could be added to it due to time missed because of injury.
Looking to the future
A WWE return makes sense, as his wife, Charlotte Flair, works for the company. El Idolo had been a part of the AEW Continental Classic in the Blue League. Eddie Kingston vs. Jon Moxley will take place in the finals this Saturday at Worlds End.
In the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Dave Meltzer pointed out that at a recent press conference following a CMLL match, Andrade said he has a lot of open doors in 2024, and he’s not sure which one he’ll choose.
Meltzer then reported, “I do know that those in WWE expect him to return. I also know those close to him who say that he may very well go back but is also open to stay if Tony Khan makes a better offer than WWE.”
Andrade would also like to work for NJPW as he wanted to wrestle at FantasticaMania in February, but it conflicts with his schedule.
