Jason Ayto

Brighton and Hove Albion are set to appoint former Arsenal interim sporting director Jason Ayto as their own new sporting director, according to a report.

Martin Zubimendi has already revealed why he chose Arsenal over Liverpool, before Jamie Carragher accused Mikel Arteta of “stealing” the midfielder.

After years behind the scenes at Arsenal, one of the club’s most trusted insiders is walking away just as a new era begins to take shape.

Arsenal haven’t made a final decision on their new sporting director, but they’re down to just four candidates, according to a report.

Andrea Berta has emerged as the frontrunner to replace Edu as Arsenal’s sporting director. Talks are advancing, but the club has yet to finalise its decision.

Jason Ayto is impressing at Arsenal behind the scenes despite failing to sign a forward for the club in January, suggesting he could be in line for the sporting director job on a permanent basis.

Who is Jason Ayto? Arsenal’s low-profile interim sporting director is leading the club’s transfer strategy after Edu’s departure, shaping the Gunners’ January window.

Arsenal’s interim sporting director Jason Ayto is increasingly in the running to get the job on a permanent basis, according to a report.

Everton have joined Arsenal in showing an interest in former Manchester United director Dan Ashworth, and Mikel Arteta’s preference is seemingly for a different candidate.

Arsenal seeks Edu’s replacement with Real Sociedad’s Roberto Olabe leading the race. Bayer Leverkusen’s Simon Rolfes and former players Rosický and Mertesacker also considered.

Arsenal’s search for a replacement for outgoing sporting director Edu sees West Ham’s Tim Steidten emerge as a leading candidate for the role.

Arsenal offer Jorginho a new contract as the midfielder’s future looks settled. Uncertainty remains around Thomas Partey’s contract situation.

Arsenal revamps its Football Intelligence unit, promotes Edu and reshuffles staff, while new signings Trossard and Jorginho make a significant impact.