FILE PHOTO: Nov 8, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; LAFC forward Carlos Vela (10) warms up before a 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs Round One match against Vancouver Whitecaps FC at BMO Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-Imagn Images/File Photo
(Reuters) -Former Arsenal and Real Sociedad attacker Carlos Vela has retired from professional soccer after a career spanning 19 years, the 36-year-old said on Tuesday.
Vela graduated from Arsenal's youth setup and made his senior debut during a loan spell at Spanish side Salamanca. He made 29 Premier League appearances for Arsenal before having a seven-year stint at LaLiga club Sociedad.
