Arsenal have appointed Andrea Berta as their new sporting director, the club announced on Sunday.
Berta will take on the permanent role, replacing Edu Gasper who resigned in November and has been on a six-month period of gardening leave since.
"I am thrilled to be joining Arsenal in what is a hugely exciting period for the club," Berta said in a statement.
"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.