Everton have been long-term linked with a move for Beto, and a new update has emerged regarding the player’s future ahead of a potential move in the summer.
What’s the latest on Everton’s interest in Beto?
According to Tutto Udinese (via Sport Witness), Udinese could now be willing to part ways with their striker in the summer.
As per the report, Beto has received a lot of interest from Premier League clubs, with Everton named as one of those who are following his performances closely.
It is claimed that Udinese will command up to €30m (£27m) and have already lined up a replacement should the 25-year-old leave in the coming months.
Beto is just what Dyche needs at Everton
There is no doubt that reinforcements are desperately needed in the forward line at Goodison Park following the exit of Richarlison (2021/22 top scorer) last summer and the departure of Anthony Gordon (second-highest scorer in 2022/23) in January, both of which have evidently weakened Everton’s forward line.
The Toffees have the worst goal tally (16) in the entire Premier League, which has left them fighting a relegation battle at the bottom of the table over their remaining 16 fixtures.
Therefore, if Sean Dyche can save Everton from dropping into the Championship, signing Beto could make a huge difference in the final third and duly improve their performances next season.
Across 52 appearances for Udinese, the 25-year-old has scored 18 goals and registered two assists, with a goal contribution every 178 minutes, and this season he continues to prove that he can be a real asset in front of goal.
Beto has scored seven goals, delivered one assist and created two big chances in 22 Serie A appearances, along with averaging 1.6 shots on goal and winning four duels per game.
The Portuguese predator has been the recipient of high praise for his impact at Udinese, with journalist Sam Tighe hailing Beto’s ability to “spook defenders” in an analysis of his presence on the pitch.
He stated: “The way Beto (Udinese) spooks defenders is amazing. Chuck a ball into the channel for him to chase and even if he doesn’t latch onto it, defenders panic under his pressure and end up making the craziest decisions or panicked clearances.”
A huge presence in the front three is just what Dyche needs in order for Everton to cause problems for opponents, and if the powerbrokers at Goodison Park can secure a deal for Beto, it could transform the Toffees’ hitherto blunt attacking threat.
