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BREAKING NEWSArsenal confirm appointment of Andrea Berta as their new sporting director after Edu's departure

Arsenal have appointed Andrea Berta as their new sporting director.

Berta became the leading candidate to replace Edu after he resigned from his role to take up a position in the network of clubs headed by Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis. He has begun work with immediate effect.

The 53-year-old departed Atletico Madrid in January after a 12-year spell.

'I am thrilled to be joining Arsenal in what is a hugely exciting period for the club,' Berta said, via Arsenal's official website.

'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 re-establishing the club as a major force in European football with a passionate following around the world.