Arteta has faced criticism from Gunners fans this term with their side once again set to fall short in the Premier League title race.
Liverpool are now 15 points clear in first, while Arsenal have already been eliminated from both domestic cup competitions.
Berta appointed with Arteta in mind as long-term boss
Club chiefs want silverware but Arteta will not be under extreme pressure to win the Champions League this term – but they feel Arsenal have a good chance of doing so.
Sources say Berta is being brought in with Arteta in mind as the long-term manager of Arsenal – who are keen for the Italian to lift the pressure on their boss by sealing deals for top summer targets.
Games 275
Wins 162
Draws 50
Losses 63
Win Percentage 58.9%
Honours 1x FA Cup
2x Community Shield
Arteta’s stats as Arsenal boss (2019-present)
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They have been without a sporting director since Edu’s departure from Arsenal in November – following five years at the club.
Arteta, who was appointed at the Emirates Stadium in December 2019, and Edu had a strong relationship prior to his exit.
The Spaniard won the FA Cup in 2020 – his only major honour as Arsenal boss.
Sesko is one of the primary striker targets at Arsenal. (Credit: Hasan Karim, Breaking M
Arsenal lead Tottenham in Sesko race
Football Insider revealed on 7 March that Arsenal are leading Tottenham in the race to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko this summer.
Sesko has a £58million release clause at the Bundesliga club, who tied him down to a new contract last summer (2024).
Arteta was left angry at the Arsenal hierarchy following their failings in the January window, with injuries to Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka derailing their season.
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