‘Carlos Cuesta and Parma – together again’ as club confirm former Arsenal assistant’s future

Originally posted on Football Italia | By Sam Wilson | Last updated Jun 4, 2026 1:20 PM ET

Carlos Cuesta has committed his future to Parma, with the club confirming via their official Instagram account that the Spanish coach will continue as head coach ahead of the 2026/27 Serie A season.

The announcement ends weeks of uncertainty over Cuesta’s future, with his position having been questioned despite guiding Parma to a comfortable survival in the top flight.

The two parties held positive talks in recent days before agreeing to continue together, with Parma confirming the squad will report back for pre-season on July 13.

GENOA, ITALY – OCTOBER 19: Carlos Cuesta, head coach of Parma, looks on prior to kick-off in the Serie A match between Genoa CFC and Parma Calcio 1913 at Stadio Luigi Ferraris on October 19, 2025 in Genoa, Italy. (Photo by Simone Arveda/Getty Images)

Cuesta and Parma to continue for 2026/27

Cuesta originally joined Parma last summer on a contract running until June 2027, with an option to extend for a further season.

The former Arsenal assistant, who spent five years working under Mikel Arteta at London Colney before beginning his managerial career, earned widespread praise for his handling of a difficult relegation battle but faced some speculation over whether it was the ‘right style of football.’