Paper round-up: Koeman's Everton exit uncovered, Bilic relief, Arsenal chief speaks out

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Ronald Koeman has opened up on his Everton exit in today's papers

Ronald Koeman has opened up on his Everton exit following his sacking earlier this week.

The Mirror reveal the Dutchman knew the axe was falling at Goodison Park following the Toffees’ Europa League defeat to Lyon.

In their first match since Koeman’s departure, were knocked out of the Carabao Cup after a 2-1 defeat to Chelsea.

Meanwhile, Slaven Bilic has been handed a lifeline after West Ham came from behind to beat Tottenham 3-2.

West Ham fan falls over stands trying to catch players shirt

Bilic was favourite for the chop after Koeman’s departure, but a double from Andre Ayew has eased the pressure on the Croatian.

Elsewhere, new Leicester boss Claude Puel has been described as the ‘perfect’ man to take over at the King Power and Arsenal owner Stan Kroenke has lifted the lid on his time at the Emirates in an interview with the Daily Telegraph.

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