BREAKING: Andrea Berta close to becoming Arsenal’s next sporting director — advanced negotiations ongoing

Andrea Berta is close to becoming Arsenal's next sporting director, according to multiple reports.

Arsenal are said to be in the final stages of the process to appoint a new sporting director to replace Edu Gaspar.

Media outlets in both England and Italy reported earlier today that Andrea Berta's move to Arsenal is a real possibility.

Now, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano claims that Arsenal are in advanced talks with Berta over the position. Several clubs have expressed interest in the Italian, but his priority is a move to Arsenal. All parties involved are confident of reaching an agreement this month.

Relevo journalist Matteo Moretto also reports that Berta is closing in on a move to North London, with discussions believed to be at a "very advanced stage."

It appears that the club's search for a sporting director is nearing its conclusion, with the former Atletico Madrid man emerging as the frontrunner for the job.