Andrea Berta masterclass tipped to secure Arsenal spectacular LaLiga signing…

Andrea Berta’s masterclass is expected to secure a remarkable LaLiga signing for Arsenal.

Arsenal’s sporting director, Andrea Berta, is anticipated to execute a remarkable transfer in 2026 by finalizing a deal for a prominent Barcelona midfield player.

The Gunners have had a notably busy summer, acquiring six new players in a £200 million transfer spree as they aim to progress after consecutive second-place finishes in the Premier League.

Mikel Arteta has welcomed Martin Zubimendi and Christian Norgaard as midfield reinforcements, while agreements have also been made for Kepa Arrizabalaga, Cristhian Mosquera, Noni Madueke, and Viktor Gyokeres.

Nevertheless, it seems that Arsenal is poised to make a significant move for another midfielder in 2026, with a new report suggesting that Berta is aiming to secure a deal for Barcelona’s Frenkie De Jong.

According to the Spanish outlet Fichajes, the Gunners are planning to target the Netherlands international when his contract concludes next summer.

The report further indicates that the north London club has identified De Jong as a potential asset to enhance Arteta’s midfield, particularly since he could be acquired for free.

Arteta is thought to be a great admirer of the 28-year-old’s skills and views De Jong as a ‘perfect’ addition to a midfield already featuring talents like Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard, and Zubimendi.

On Barcelona’s side, they are looking to extend De Jong’s contract beyond 2026, but this would require the Dutch player to accept a considerable reduction in his current salary of £418,000 per week.

De Jong transferred to Barcelona from Ajax in the summer of 2019 and made 46 appearances under Hansi Flick last season, netting twice and providing two assists across all competitions.

Arsenal is closely monitoring De Jong’s situation.

The report concludes that the Gunners will keep a close watch on De Jong’s circumstances in the upcoming months as they await updates on his contract discussions with Barcelona.

The current situation of the Dutch midfielder is said to be ‘generating excitement’ in the capital, as he may become a free agent in 2026, potentially enhancing Arsenal’s already formidable midfield.

De Jong has made a total of 259 appearances for Barcelona and contributed to their league and cup double victory last season, bringing his trophy count to six at the Camp Nou.

Regarding his potential fit at The Emirates, De Jong primarily played as a No.8 last season but is also adept at dropping back to fulfill the defensive midfield position.

He might be considered a successor to Norgaard, given that the 31-year-old signed an initial two-year contract upon his arrival from Brentford this summer.

In the meantime, Arsenal is actively pursuing player departures to maintain financial balance this summer, with Leonardo Trossard appearing to be the most likely candidate to leave at this point.

Fabrizio Romano has indicated that the Belgian winger is ‘one to watch’ concerning summer transfers at The Emirates as the window approaches its closure on September 1.