Everton striker Beto is attracting interest from Serie A club Bologna, as reported by Alan Myers. The Sky Sports journalist noted on his X account (17 July) that Everton have not expressed a willingness to sell Beto, whose contract extends until 2027.
Bologna is in search of a new striker following the sale of Joshua Zirkzee to Manchester United. The Italian club secured a spot in the Champions League through the European Performance Spots, thanks to Italy’s strong showing in European competitions last season.
This summer, Beto has been a hot topic in transfer discussions, with Bologna and Fenerbahce both showing interest in the striker. The prospect of playing Champions League football and returning to Serie A, where he previously thrived with Udinese, might be very appealing to Beto.
Beto joined Everton from Udinese last summer but found it challenging to adapt to the Premier League, scoring only three goals in 30 appearances. Sean Dyche, Everton’s manager, is unlikely to let Beto leave Goodison Park after just one season, especially since the club no longer faces a financial imperative to sell players.
Everton recently sold Amadou Onana to Aston Villa for £50 million (BBC Sport, 13 July), enabling them to meet Profit and Sustainability regulations. This financial stability means they can retain Jarrad Branthwaite unless Manchester United meet their valuation. The club aims to build a stronger squad to improve their Premier League standing next season.
Beto is expected to be a key part of Everton’s plans, potentially forming a striking partnership with summer signing Iliman Ndiaye. Dominic Calvert-Lewin, another Everton forward, is the most likely to leave, as his future has been uncertain all summer with his contract ending in 2025.
If Beto expresses a desire to move this summer, Dyche would require a ready-made replacement, and Everton would seek to recoup at least the £25 million they initially invested in him.
