Fenerbahçe have set their sights on Everton striker Beto and are planning to use his contract situation to secure a deal for him this summer.
turkish outlet sok report The Everton striker is on Fenerbahçe's transfer list, and his performance against Chelsea has brought him back into the spotlight.
Chelsea's performance rekindles interest
According to his information, the striker has scored two goals and assisted against Chelsea 'Hunger increased again' Yellowish blue.
Fenerbahçe parted ways with several strikers during the January transfer window and have since been searching for a new centre-forward. After trying to get him in January, Beto is a name on their list.
January transfer drama
In fact, he was a part of it A classic January transfer drama of that time. It saw his agent traveling to Istanbul, negotiating, and then dropping everything within a few days.
This was all eventually stopped by Everton, who were unwilling to let Beto leave on loan without ensuring a replacement. Thus, Fenerbahçe retreated.
Contract status offers hope
But his interest has not completely ended. And the Turkish side will be watching closely as Beto shines against Chelsea this weekend. His two goals and one assist have reportedly 'rekindled' their interest in a deal.
And that interest is being encouraged by his contract situation. Beto's current deal runs until June 2027, meaning he will enter the final year this summer.
According to SOK, Everton has already moved to resolve this. They have offered Beto a contract, but it has been rejected.
Everton face a summer dilemma
That rejection has encouraged Fenerbahçe to return in the summer. They know that if Everton do not sell in the summer, they risk losing Beto for free after next season. With a market value of €20 million, this is a risk the Toffees would hardly want to take.
Whether Fenerbahçe would pay that much has not been mentioned. But they need a new striker and Beto is on their list. The plan, clearly, is to take advantage of the contract situation to their advantage.
Moyes needs a decision
Meanwhile, Everton have a decision to make. Beto doesn't need to be a regular goalscorer, but the performance against Chelsea nailed the situation. The 28-year-old has, time and again, hinted at being the solution under David Moyes.
Thierry Barrie is also back on the bench and after the defeat to Arsenal with some fans wanting him to be sold, Everton may not be keen to sell. But he may be forced to leave if Beto won't sign a new deal, which appears to be the case at the moment.
