What can Arsenal fans expect from new sporting director Berta?
Andrea Berta is expected to arrive in the UK before the start of next week as Arsenal prepare to confirm his appointment as their new sporting director. The Italian has been in advanced discussions over becoming the permanent successor to Edu, who left Emirates Stadium towards the end of 2024. Edu's deputy Jason Ayto was appointed interim sporting director following the Brazilian's departure and was a serious contender for the position. Roberto Olabe, currently at Real Sociedad, and former Manchester United sporting director Dan Ashworth were also among the contenders for the role. But Berta will become the club's new sporting director with Arsenal now working towards the official announcement, with the Italian due to arrive in north London in the next 72 hours to officially begin work with Gunners. There is hope he will be present for the Premier League game against Fulham on Tuesday. The 53-year-old arrives with the reputation of being one of the most equipped sporting d...
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