OFFICIAL: Arsenal appoint Andrea Berta as new sporting director

Cameron Smith

30 Mar 2025 11:41 BST
4 min read

Arsenal have officially announced the appointment of Andrea Berta as their new sporting director.

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The 53-year-old left his role at Atletico Madrid in January and he has now been unveiled as Edu Gaspar’s replacement at Arsenal, following the Brazilian’s departure for Nottingham Forest’s multi-club group in late 2024.

Berta spent 12 years with Atletico Madrid before his exit earlier this year and he has arrived at the Emirates Stadium with an immense pedigree in the European game.

The former banker will be responsible for overseeing Arsenal’s transfer activity during the upcoming summer window, with the Gunners expected to be extremely active in the market as Mikel Arteta looks to end their lengthy Premier League drought.

We are delighted to announce that Andrea Berta is joining the club as Sporting Director.

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— Arsenal (@Arsenal) March 30, 2025

Andrea Berta officially joins Arsenal

Following confirmation of his move to Arsenal, Berta told the club’s website: “I am thrilled to be joining Arsenal in what is a hugely exciting period for the club.

“I have watched with great interest the way Arsenal has evolved in recent years and I have admired the hard work that has gone in to reestablishing the club as a major force in European football with a passionate following around the world.

“The club has great values and a rich history, and I am looking forward to playing my part in shaping a successful future with a great team.

“I cannot wait to get started in my new role and I am really looking forward to experiencing my first game at Emirates Stadium together with our supporters.”

Arsenal co-chairman Josh Kroenke added: “Anyone who knows football knows Andrea is an impressive figure. He has vast knowledge of the game, a great track record, a strong network and an insatiable desire to build winning teams.

“Andrea will be a great addition to our club. He understands our values and what we stand for and we have no doubt he will help us push on and take the next steps in our bid to win major trophies.

“We undertook a thorough recruitment process and we were hugely impressed with the level of all the other candidates, but it was Andrea’s experience and the success he has enjoyed that stood out.

“We are really looking forward to working together and welcoming him into the Arsenal family.”