‘This is why we call Arteta a ‘BABY COACH’. How can a player be good this season if you are already planning to sell him and want to win trophies? ‘NO WAY’” Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp blasts Mikel Arteta for seeking to sell Key Man in the summer, who has been assisting them for a long time.

At the close of the season, Arsenal faces the prospect of bidding farewell to a crucial member of its first-team squad, casting doubt on Mikel Arteta’s tactical plans. As they vie for the Premier League title and compete in the Champions League, Arteta is tasked with the challenge of retaining a key figure at the club.

During his impressive four-year tenure, Arteta’s coaching team has played a pivotal role in Arsenal’s rise. However, the upcoming summer may bring significant changes to the club’s dynamics.

According to reports from The Guardian, Mikel Arteta’s respected assistant, Carlos Cuesta, could be on the verge of pursuing his own managerial career, potentially leaving Arsenal for new opportunities elsewhere. Championship side Norwich City is among the contenders interested in securing Cuesta’s services, showing a strong desire to benefit from his expertise.

Since joining Arsenal in 2020 at the age of 28, Cuesta has played a crucial role in the team’s transformation from underdogs to title contenders under Arteta’s leadership. His time at the club has been marked by a nurturing approach that has helped develop young talents like Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Emile Smith-Rowe. Despite this, the appeal of becoming a manager himself is enticing Cuesta to explore opportunities beyond his current role.

Insider sources indicate that Norwich City is leading the race to acquire Cuesta, with their sporting director, Ben Knapper, driving the efforts to recruit him. Knapper, who previously worked within Arsenal’s organizational structure as the loans manager until November 2023, is reportedly eager to usher in a new era under Cuesta’s guidance, envisioning a smooth transition from the David Wagner era.