Opinion: Everton Should Approve Player’s Exit This Summer, Cult Hero Can Take His Place

Everton Could Sell Beto to Fund Richarlison’s Return

Guinea-Bissau international Beto made a strong impression on February 1, scoring twice in Everton’s 4-0 win over Leicester City.

It was arguably his best moment since joining the Toffees from Udinese for £30 million in 2023 [BBC Sport].

Despite this, the 27-year-old may still be offloaded in the summer as Everton consider selling him to finance a move for Richarlison.

Everton’s Summer Transfer Plans

Beto was heavily linked with a departure in both the summer and winter transfer windows, though no move materialized.

Atalanta were among the clubs interested in him [Alessandro Giovanni Pagliarni], but due to injuries elsewhere, he remained Everton’s only senior striker option.

With David Moyes now in charge, the club could look to cash in on Beto in the summer and reinvest in bringing Richarlison back from Tottenham.

Reports suggest Everton’s new owners, the Friedkins, would have to break the club’s transfer record to secure the Brazilian’s return [Graeme Bailey].

A Key Decision for Everton’s Future

A return to Goodison Park—or Bramley-Moore Dock, where Everton will soon move—could appeal to Richarlison.

However, if the Brazilian joins, Beto’s playing time will likely be significantly reduced unless he departs first.

With the Friedkins set to oversee their first summer transfer window, it will be intriguing to see if they make a bigger impact than they did in January.