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Carlos Cuesta, who previously served as an assistant to Mikel Arteta at Arsenal, has officially left his role as Parma manager by mutual consent. The 31-year-old Spanish coach departs the Italian side following a complete breakdown in relations over the club's transfer strategy and future project, leaving them 13th in the league table after five games.

Viktor Gyokeres has broken his silence on his difficult start to the season at Arsenal after finally finding the back of the net for Sweden. The striker, who has faced significant scrutiny in England, delivered a timely reminder of his quality during the Nations League victory over Romania.

Arsenal assistant coach Miguel Molina has revealed that Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior was an active transfer target at Emirates Stadium during the summer window. Mikel Arteta's coaching staff held internal discussions regarding an ambitious swoop for the Brazilian winger before the marquee recruit opted to commit his long-term future to Spain.