Everton striker Beto is reportedly attracting interest from Bologna, posing a potential squad dilemma for manager Sean Dyche.
The 26-year-old Portuguese forward, who joined Everton last summer from Udinese for £25.75m (€30m), had a challenging first season in the Premier League, scoring five goals and providing two assists in 37 appearances.
Despite the team’s struggles, Beto showed glimpses of his potential with standout performances like his solo effort against Newcastle United and a clever finish against Doncaster. His overall statistics indicate he deserves another season to fully adapt and realize his potential in England.
Beto’s strong physique, pace, and defensive contributions, along with his high ranking in take-ons, shot-creating actions, and non-penalty xG, suggest he could flourish with a better attacking setup.
Bologna’s interest, confirmed by Sky Sports’ Alan Myers, comes as the Italian club prepares for Champions League competition next season.
Following a successful campaign under Thiago Motta, now at Juventus, and the departure of top striker Joshua Zirkzee to Manchester United, Bologna is looking to bolster their attack. However, Everton is unlikely to sell Beto, who is under contract until 2027, for less than the £25m they paid, a fee potentially out of Bologna’s reach.
Everton faces significant decisions regarding their attacking lineup. With Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s future uncertain and the potential departure of Beto, the club must strengthen their offensive options.
New signing Iliman Ndiaye and interest in players like Wilfried Gnonto and Jaden Philogene indicate Everton’s focus on adding pace and quality to their attack, with Beto potentially playing a crucial role if Calvert-Lewin exits.
