Beto became the hero for Everton on Saturday, scoring a late goal that secured a much-needed point for his team.
During the match against Brighton, Everton struggled initially and did not look sharp.
David Moyes’ team showed some improvement after halftime, which was necessary given their poor performance in the first half.
There were changes in the Everton lineup, with Vitaliy Mykolenko missing due to a training injury.
Thierno Barry started as a forward but was replaced by Beto, who ultimately made a significant impact.
Beto’s post-match celebration sends a clear message
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Clubs across Europe are reportedly monitoring Beto as the transfer deadline approaches on Monday.
However, unless they have a solid replacement, it seems unlikely that Everton will consider any offers for the 28-year-old.
After the game, Beto took some time to enjoy the atmosphere, with Everton supporters chanting his name.
The club even posted a video on social media showing him celebrating and tapping his shirt badge.
In football, situations can change rapidly, but Beto did not appear to be on the verge of leaving.
Moyes hinted that Everton might still see some player movements before the transfer window closes, especially with Adam Aznou not in Saturday’s squad.
However, with only two strikers on the roster and Beto’s impactful performance in mind, letting him go without a solid replacement would be a significant risk.
Beto still has an important role to play at Everton
Beto still has a vital role in Everton’s remaining season, even if he often comes off the bench.
While he hasn’t surpassed Barry in the starting lineup, Saturday’s goal could prove essential as the season unfolds.
With time running out for new signings, there is a growing urgency among the recruitment team at Finch Farm to bring in another striker.
Beto should arguably have been brought on sooner, especially since Barry’s performance against Brighton was not up to standard.
Bringing in competition for Barry could be beneficial for Moyes and his plans for the rest of the season.