Carlos Alberto Vela Garrido famed as Carlos Vela is a Mexican professional footballer who plays as a forward for Los Angeles FC and the Mexico national team. He started his career at the Mexican club Guadalajara, where he caught the eye of various European clubs after finishing as the top scorer at the 2005 FIFA U-17 World Championship.
He is a very talented football player. He made his debut with the senior Mexico national team in 2007 in a friendly match against Brazil and scored his first goal for his country in a friendly against Guatemala.
In November 2014, he made his return to the national team and participated in the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup and 2018 FIFA World Cup. He plays by wearing a shirt number 10.
Is Carlos Vela still playing with LAFC?
Carlos Vela leaves door open for LAFC exit.
Gossips and Rumors
Carlos Vela and Bob Bradley were named finalists for MLS Awards. Captain Carlos Vela and head coach Bob Bradley both earned distinctions on Tuesday as finalists for the end-of-year MLS Awards, which highlight the top talent and performances from across the league over the last season of play.
Bradley is a finalist for the MLS Head Coach of the Year after his efforts in leading LAFC in its inaugural season. Vela, meanwhile, is nominated for two awards – the Landon Donovan MVP award and the MLS Newcomer of the Year.
Early Life of Carlos Vela
On 1st March 1989, Vela was born. His nationality is Mexican. He was born to Enrique Vela and Nella Garrido, his parents. His father had played semi-professional football but an injury caused by a torn ligament caused him to retire.
His ethnicity is White and his birth sign is Aries. He was born in Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico. He also has a brother named Alejandra Vela.
There is no information regarding his educational qualification.
Did Carlos Vela play for Arsenal?
In November 2005, Carlos signed a contract with Arsenal for 5 years. He played 50 first-team games.
Body Features of Carlos
Carlos Vela has got an athletic body shape. He has a tall height of 1.77 m and a balanced weight of 75 Kg. He has a very healthy body with an attractive body. He maintains his body a lot. With his glowing smile, he attracts a lot of people towards him.
Career of Carlos
- Carlos started his youth career by playing with Guadalajara.
- He started his senior career with the famous English club Arsenal.
- He played for Arsenal from the year 2005 to 2012 scoring 3 goals for Arsenal. Later, he was sent off to Salamanca on loan.
- He played 31 games for this club scoring 8 goals in the 2007-2008 season.
- After that, he was again loaned to Osasuna and was further sent to West Bromwich Albion from the year 2008 to 2011.
- Later, he was loaned and transferred to Real Sociedad in the year 2011 to 2012 season and ended the season netting 12 goals in his 35 appearances for the club.
- After that, he made a free transfer to Real Sociedad and remained there as per his 5 years deal from 2012 till the end of the 2017’s season netting 54 goals in a total of 184 appearances.
- Currently, after his contract with Sociedad expired, Vale is with the Los Angeles FC since 2018 and has already appeared in 12 games netting 7 goals for his new squad.
- On 8 August 2017, it was announced that he was signed by Los Angeles FC.
- On 26 July 2018, after conducting a popular vote on Twitter, Vela was voted to captain the MLS side in the 2018 MLS All-Star Game against Juventus.
- He participated in Mexico’s CONCACAF Gold Cup victory in 2009.
- He participated in the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa and various major tournaments including the 2014 World Cup and FIFA World Cup 2018 Russia.
Affairs of Carlos Vela
Carlos is not married yet but he is in a relationship with his girlfriend Saioa Canibano. With her, he also has a son named Romeo. Samoa is Spanish by nationality and she works in local media. The couple is living a happy life together.
Previously, he dated Altair Jarabo in the year 2010 and after that, he dated Shanik Aspe.
When did Carlos Vela make his debut?
Carlos Vela made his debut on 12 Sept 2007, when he played against Brazil as a substitute where Mexico lost 3-1.
Net Worth of Carlos Vela
The net worth of Carlos Vela is estimated to have $22 Million as of 2022. He is earning a good amount of money from his work. He has a current market value of around £7.65. His annual salary is $5 Million. He is satisfied with his earnings.
Career Earnings:
| Year | Weekly Wage | Yearly Salary | Club | Position | League | Age | Contract Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | £96,000 | £4,992,000 | LAFC | AM RLC, F C | Major League Soccer | 30 | 31-12-2022 |
| 2019 | £95,000 | £4,940,000 | Los Angeles Football Club | AM RLC, F C | Major League Soccer | 29 | 31-12-2022 |
| 2018 | £40,000 | £2,080,000 | Los Angeles Football Club | AM RLC, F C | Los Angeles Football Club | 28 | 31-12-2022 |
| 2017 | £38,000 | £1,976,000 | Real San Sebastián | AM RLC, F C | La Liga | 27 | 29-06-2018 |
| 2016 | £32,000 | £1,664,000 | Real Sociedad SAD | AM RLC, F C | LIGA BBVA | 25 | 29-06-2018 |
| 2015 | £33,000 | £1,716,000 | Real Sociedad SAD | AM RLC, F C | LIGA BBVA | 25 | 29-06-2018 |
| 2014 | £21,000 | £1,092,000 | Real Sociedad SAD | AM RLC, F C | LIGA BBVA | 24 | 29-06-2016 |
Did You Know?
- He has a current market value of around £7.65.
- He participated in Mexico’s CONCACAF Gold Cup victory in 2009.
- He started his senior career with the famous English club Arsenal.