Everton

Everton have signed striker Beto from Udinese for an undisclosed fee, the 25-year-old agreeing a four-year contract until the end of June 2027.

The 6ft 4in Portuguese - whose full name is Norberto Bercique Gomes Betuncal - becomes the Blues’ fifth signing of the summer transfer window following the arrivals of Ashley Young, and forwards Arnaut Danjuma, Youssef Chermiti and Jack Harrison.

A powerful, hard-working forward boasting a quick burst of pace, aerial ability and with excellent hold-up play, Beto has reached double figures for goals in each of his past four seasons.

He was Udinese’s top scorer in 2022/23, having netted 11 times in his debut campaign for the Serie A side in 2021/22.

fun and relatively uninformative article about Everton's preparation. Nice small details and a simple read, shame it is paid for. Overall, hopefully Dyche's organization and hardwork mentality will translate to an easier year.

Just to add a bit of content, why don't we have a general rant about how awful everything is and how little faith we have in the coming season! Or if you're wanting to get real weird with it then tell us why you're optimistic.

Personally, I think I have faith in the worm eater. But I also thought Fat Frank would maybe possibly come sort of good and at least be a positive influence on the mentality so what the fuck do I know.

Also, McNeil for president. He's like an Aiden McGeady who somehow actually manages to get things done sometimes.