Arsenal in Talks with Berta for Director Role

Arsenal is in advanced discussions with Andrea Berta, former Atletico Madrid sporting director, to replace Edu Gaspar who left the club in November. Berta, noted for his successful tenure at Atletico, is seen as the frontrunner for the position, having ended talks with AC Milan for a similar role. During his time at Atletico, Berta was instrumental in securing key signings such as Antoine Griezmann and Jan Oblak, contributing to the team's success in La Liga and European competitions. Arsenal's interim director, Jason Ayto, was unable to secure new signings in the January transfer window, highlighting the need for a permanent appointment. While other candidates like Dan Ashworth and Tomas Rosicky have been considered, Berta's proven track record makes him a preferred choice. Arsenal seeks to finalize the appointment by the end of March, aiming to strengthen their squad in the upcoming summer transfer window.