Carlos Vela wants to leave for good

Carlos Vela is after a permanent move away from Arsenal.

Mexican striker Vela is on loan at Real Sociedad and wants to remain in Spanish football.

"I don't want to return to Arsenal. I have asked my agent to negotiate with Arsenal to stay here."

Vela joined the Gunners in 2006 and has made 60 appearances — but the 22-year-old has failed to become a regular in Arsene Wenger's team.

Cash-strapped Sociedad hope to keep Vela on loan until next year before making the deal permanent.

Meanwhile, left-back Kieran Gibbs hopes to feature for Arsenal at Sunderland on Saturday after a hernia op.