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LAFC makes Mexico's Carlos Vela the team's first designated player
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Carlos Vela to stay at LAFC - 25 players under contract for 2022
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Carlos Vela shining in MLS after Arsenal flop 'couldn't wait to
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Friday Newsletter: LAFC Makes a Statement with Gareth Bale
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LAFC & Carlos Vela Agree To A Re-Signing - East L.A. Sports Scene
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LAFC re-sign Carlos Vela as Designated Player through 2023
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Carlos Vela states intention to sign LAFC contract extension
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LAFC aims to defend its MLS Cup title in 2023
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LAFC signs Carlos Vela as first Designated Player in club's
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LAFC star Carlos Vela wants contract extension: If it's in my
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Carlos Vela Will Transfer from Real Sociedad to Los Angeles
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MLS Cup next? Carlos Vela eyes “lasting memory” in new LAFC deal
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LAFC aims to defend its MLS Cup title in 2023
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Los Angeles FC signs Italian defender Giorgio Chiellini