Following Andrade’s departure from WWE, there were questions about a 30-year-old star’s future in the company. A new update regarding the same has come to the fore.
Dragon Lee, 30, was speculated to be leaving WWE soon after sources claimed he had only three months before he became a free agent. However, according to Ibou (Backup Hangman), Lee’s team noted that this end date only applied if he had not signed a main roster contract. Two years ago, Lee agreed to a three-year main roster deal, which reset his time in the promotion. As a result, he is under contract until late 2026.
Wrestlers in WWE work as independent contractors, meaning WWE can release someone at any time. Still, the three-month window does not match up with Lee’s main roster deal. People close to the situation said both sides were happy with the results. Lee has been wrestling in AAA events, and his trips to Mexico have led to more TV spots and big matches in WWE. Fans have seen him in pay-per-views and weekly shows, and the management likes how he looks in the ring. Lee’s recent matches have helped him stand out.
In speaking to a source with intimate knowledge of the situation, it was clarified to me that Dragon Lee still had close to a year remaining on his WWE contract.
The original 3 months until expiration time frame was one relayed to me on the WWE side, and the Lee camp contested… pic.twitter.com/tkTu27sHnc
— Ibou, of Self Made (@BackupHangman) September 14, 2025
It was also reported that Lee had not asked for a release and that he was focused on growing his WWE career. Talks about possible free agency came from a misunderstanding of his contract terms. With his deal secured, Lee can plan for the future and keep building his name. For now, there is no sign he will leave WWE any time soon.
The speculation came hours after Andrade departed WWE after returning to the promotion early last year. Fans online thought that Dragon Lee’s stint in World Wrestling Entertainment could also be winding up soon. However, it seems all speculation has been laid to rest.
Andrade’s Departure Following Return Marks End of High-Profile WWE Run
These speculations surrounding Lee rise from another high-profile departure from the company.
Andrade returned at the Royal Rumble 2024 after being away for almost three years. He teamed with Rey Fenix, who is also a star in AAA. The pair showed great chemistry on screen, forming a beloved tag team. Their matches drew strong ratings and social media buzz, with both men delivering fast, hard hits and high-flying moves. Out of the seven times these two entered the ring together, they only lost once, showing great coordination.
Despite the success, Andrade has departed WWE again. His exit came after he and Fénix challenged for the tag titles in the six-pack tag team match at SummerSlam 2025, but fell short.