Unsigned since LAFC played in the MLS Cup final in Columbus last December, the return of “El Rey” coincided with Major League Soccer’s roster freeze — in essence a drop-dead date for MLS teams to determine which players are eligible to participate over the final stretch of the regular season and the upcoming playoffs.

Los Angeles FC está concretando un contrato que permitiría el regreso de Carlos Vela, alguna vez nombrado el Jugador Más Valioso de la MLS, de cara a los playoffs, dijo una persona enterada de la decisión.

LAFC is closing in on a deal to bring back Carlos Vela, the franchise's former star and one-time MLS MVP, ahead of another potential title run.

LAFC has agreed on a deal to bring back Carlos Vela, the franchise's all-time leading goal scorer, ahead of another potential MLS Cup run.

Carlos Vela has reportedly agreed to return to LAFC just nine months after his departure after being linked to Real Sociedad and San Jose Earthquakes.