Arsenal has confirmed the arrival of Andrea Berta as the new sports director of the club, with the club co -president, Josh Kroenke, who experienced the transfer specialist as “an impressive figure”.
Gunners were thrown into disorder Edu shock output In November. Former Deputy Jason Ayto of Brazilian was temporarily charged and oversaw a deeply puzzling January transfer window.
After an extensive Scouting period that saw in the Arsenal look at several candidates, including the recently dismissed Manchester United Chief Dan Ashworth, the Mikel Arteta side. folded by Berta.
“I am happy to be part of the Arsenal in what is a very exciting period for the club”, the Italian director who spent almost 12 years in Atlético de Madrid He said on his arrival.
“I have seen with great interest the way Arsenal has evolved in recent years and admired the hard work that has participated to restore the club as a significant force of European football with passionate follow -up worldwide.
“The club has great values and a rich story, and I want to play my role to shape a successful future with a great team. I can’t wait to start in my new role and I really want to live my first game at the Emirates Stadium along with our followers.”
Club co -president Kroenke added: “Anyone who knows football knows Andrea is an impressive figure. He has a great knowledge of the game, a great trajectory, a strong network and an insatiable desire to build winning teams.
“Andrea will be a great incorporation into our club. It understands our values and what we consider and we have no doubt that it will help us to promote the following steps to achieve important trophies.
“We undertook a complete recruitment process and we were very impressed with the level of all other candidates, but it was Andrea’s experience and the success he has enjoyed.
“We look forward to working together and welcoming him to Arsenal Family. “”
