Arsenal’s first transfer window with Andrea Berta: Ingenuity, connections and work ethic - The Athletic

Following Arsenal's 1-0 victory over Manchester United, sporting director Andrea Berta was seen engaging in subdued celebrations and networking with figures like Italy manager Gennaro Gattuso. Berta maintains a low public profile, often observed watching training sessions or matches from the sidelines without seeking attention, refraining from interviews or social media presence.

Berta has been instrumental in Arsenal's transfer activities, overseeing eight first-team signings during the summer, including high-profile acquisitions such as Piero Hincapie from Bayer Leverkusen for a potential €52 million and Viktor Gyokeres, whose £55 million transfer he strongly advocated for. The signing of Hincapie was particularly complex, requiring synchronized negotiations with Porto for the departure of Jakub Kiwior.

Despite success in incoming transfers, Berta and Arsenal faced challenges in offloading unwanted players, an ongoing issue at the club that remains unresolved. His deal-making skills have earned internal praise, exemplified by the strategically managed Hincapie-Kiwior operation, which involved parallel discussions to secure both outcomes efficiently.