Arsenal Prepare for Summer Overhaul Under Andrea Berta: Clarity, Cuts, and Champions League Ambition

Arsenal’s Summer Reset Begins Now

A storm is coming to North London, but for once, it’s one the club welcomes. Arsenal, on the cusp of something greater under Mikel Arteta, are bracing for a transformative summer. The arrival of Andrea Berta as sporting director is not merely cosmetic—it’s strategic. The Mirror’s report shines a spotlight on a club finally addressing its soft underbelly: ineffective selling, bloated squads, and emotional ties that have occasionally trumped footballing sense.

Berta, who forged his reputation at Atlético Madrid, has been charged with one core mission: sharpen Arsenal’s transfer dealings. That means ruthlessness. That means departures. That means 11 players, possibly more, heading out of the Emirates.

There is no room for sentiment. There is only room for success.

A Shift in Strategy, Not Just Personnel

This isn’t about clearing shelves. This is about raising standards. In years past, Arsenal allowed players to leave for fees that would barely buy a Premier League corner flag. The Gunners were generous sellers—too generous. Last summer saw signs of change. This summer demands a revolution.

Berta has been “tasked with improving the transfer fees Arsenal receive when selling players.” It’s a line that sounds mundane. It’s anything but. Maximising value on outgoings creates financial firepower to chase marquee signings—a striker, a central midfielder, a winger, and a backup goalkeeper are all reportedly on Berta’s radar. The outgoings fund the incomings. Arsenal want to shop like a Champions League side. That begins by selling smart.

Farewell Tours and Forgotten Futures

Among those departing, few exits will tug at heartstrings like Kieran Tierney’s. Injuries dimmed his once-bright north London flame, and a free transfer return to Celtic would close a circle. Likewise, Thomas Partey and Jorginho, once pivotal midfield pieces, are now puzzle parts no longer needed. Jorginho is in talks with Flamengo. Partey, injury-ravaged and unreliable, is set to move on.

Loanees will become former Arsenal players. Nuno Tavares has found his way to Lazio for around £7.5m. Albert Sambi Lokonga may follow suit if Sevilla match his £10m buy-option. The club retains a 25% sell-on clause—a sign that Arsenal are learning from past mistakes. Every pound matters.

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