Roma are considering reinforcing their attacking options by bringing in a suitable backup for their new star striker Artem Dovbyk. The Ukrainian forward has overcome initial difficulties since his arrival in Italy, already netting three goals in the league and one in the Europa League. While Dovbyk’s performances have been encouraging, the club recognizes the need for a reliable alternative to support their Champions League qualification ambitions.
Calciomercato report how currently, Eldor Shomurodov is the only backup option for Dovbyk, but Roma is looking for a more robust and experienced player to complement their main striker’s playing style. One name that has emerged as a potential target is Norberto Bercique Gomes Betuncal, better known as Beto.
The Portuguese striker, who stands at an imposing 1.94m tall, is familiar to Italian football fans from his successful stint with Udinese between 2021 and 2023, where he scored 21 goals. Beto moved to Everton at the beginning of the 2023/24 season but has struggled to make a similar impact in the Premier League.
Last season, Beto managed 5 goals across all competitions for Everton, with three coming in cup competitions in the early months of the current campaign. His profile suggests he is not a primary figure in Everton’s plans, potentially making him available for a move.
An interesting factor in this potential transfer is the recent acquisition of Everton by the Friedkin Group, the same owners as Roma. This shared ownership could facilitate transfer dealings between the two clubs, with Beto’s move back to Italy possibly being the first such transaction.
