Juventus are reportedly more inclined to pursue Everton striker Beto over Dominic Calvert-Lewin during the upcoming January transfer window, according to sources from GIVEMESPORT.
Beto has struggled for regular playing time at Everton since his arrival, despite showcasing his goal-scoring prowess during his time in Italy.
At Goodison Park, the Portuguese forward currently plays a secondary role to Calvert-Lewin, with manager Sean Dyche offering him limited opportunities.
In addition to Beto and Calvert-Lewin, Everton have other options in the striking department, including Armando Broja and Youssef Chermiti, though both players are sidelined with injuries.
Calvert-Lewin’s contract, set to expire next summer, may influence Everton’s decisions regarding their striker options in the upcoming transfer window.
Juventus Focused on Beto as January Target
With the January transfer window fast approaching, Juventus are keen on strengthening their attacking lineup.
Reports from Italy indicate that Beto is becoming a more viable target for the Italian giants than Calvert-Lewin.
Although Everton reportedly have no immediate plans to sell Beto, Juventus are eyeing the 25-year-old to provide cover for their main striker, Dusan Vlahovic, as they seek reinforcements for the latter half of the season.
Juventus’ focus is on securing a loan deal, which makes Beto a more appealing prospect than Calvert-Lewin.
Beto’s potential to offer much-needed depth and alleviate concerns over Vlahovic’s fitness—should he face injuries or require rest—has made him a favorable candidate.
While Calvert-Lewin’s contract situation has sparked Juventus’ interest, bringing him to Turin in January would be more challenging.
A strong, permanent offer would be necessary to complete the signing mid-season, according to GIVEMESPORT sources.
Juventus may also face competition from other Premier League sides, such as Newcastle United and Chelsea, in any potential pursuit of Calvert-Lewin.
Juventus’ ability to offload Arkadiusz Milik could create space for a new striker in January, but they were unable to finalize a deal for Milik during the summer transfer window.
The club remains open to letting Milik leave this winter, should they succeed in bringing in another forward.
Beto’s Previous Success in Italy
Despite his underwhelming start to life in the Premier League, Beto has shown his capabilities in Italy.
During his time with Udinese, he flourished, scoring 22 goals in 65 appearances. A return to Serie A could offer the 26-year-old a fresh start and help him regain his form.
Everton, however, appear hesitant to let him go, as Dyche has yet to provide Beto with many chances to prove himself in the current campaign.
Nonetheless, Juventus remain optimistic about the striker’s potential, seeing him as a valuable asset for their squad.
