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MLS legend Carlos Vela to snub Mexico and stay in California - but leave LAFC for shock San Jose Earthquakes switch

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<p>According to <em>The Athletic</em>'s <a href="https://x.com/tombogert/status/1763598960076186001?s=20" target="_blank">Tom Bogert</a>, Vela is set to join the Earthquakes from LAFC in a blockbuster free agent move. Linked with a move to the LA Galaxy over the Winter, the Mexican superstar and former MLS MVP is now set to snub them - and Liga MX - for a move to San Jose.</p><div class="affiliate-button-container theme-1" data-name="Apple TV"><div class="affiliate-button"><img class="logo" height="40" width="72" src="https://eu-images.contentstack.com/v3/assets/bltcc7a7ffd2fbf71f5/blt2de198b67da95a2e/65709d2436cf7d0407034ef9/Apple_TV.png" style="width: 72;height: 40;"><span class="affiliate-text">Get the MLS Season Pass today!</span></div><a href="https://tv.apple.com/channel/tvs.sbd.7000?itsct=goal_mls&amp;itscg=30200&amp;at=1010l39UY" class="affiliate-button-link" target="_blank">Stream games now</a></div>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Vela, a six-year veteran with LAFC, net 98 goals across 188 matches where he won the 2019 MLS MVP award after snagging the Golden Boot with an MLS-record 34 goal campaign. In 2022, he won his first MLS Cup with the Black and Gold, while also earning the Supporters' Shield honors with LAFC. He is a three-time MLS Best XI selection as well - and will now be taking his talents to the largest city in Northern California.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Vela recently turned 35-years old, but scored nine goals and added seven assists last campaign for LAFC. He's showing no signs of slowing down, despite his age.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>The duo will have to finalize the contract and decide what type of roster spot he will take up once things are in ink. Whether or not the Earthquakes use their open DP slot on Vela remains to be seen. Meanwhile, the Earthquakes take on the LA Galaxy Saturday evening.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR VELA AND SAN JOSE?

MLS legend Carlos Vela to snub Mexico and stay in California - but leave LAFC for shock San Jose Earthquakes switch | Goal.com

MLS legend Carlos Vela is set to switch California allegiances and join the San Jose Earthquakes as a free agent.