Everton bid for Folarin Balogun with Beto close to exit

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·31 August 2026

Everton bid for Folarin Balogun with Beto close to exit

Everton have reportedly bid for AS Monaco's Folarin Balogun as a replacement for outgoing striker Beto.

Beto is currently on his way to complete his £15.4 million move to Fiorentina after three seasons with the Toffees in which he scored 25 goals in 113 games for the club.

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According to Fabrizio Romano, Everton are now negotiating with Monaco for former Arsenal man Balogun. The 25-year-old American was the centre of attention at the 2026 World Cup when his suspension was controversially overturned after he scored and was later sent off in the knock-out tie against Bosnia & Herzegovina.

Last season, Balogun played 43 times for Monaco in all competitions, scoring 19 goals and making four assists.