Como open talks for Everton striker wanted by Torino

Sky Sport Italia reports Cesc Fabregas’ Como have sounded out Beto’s availability, but Torino are also interested in the Everton forward.

Serie A side Como have opened preliminary talks for Everton striker Beto, a former Udinese star.

According to transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, Como are aware that a deal would be expensive given Beto and Everton’s high demands. However, the Portuguese could be an option if the Azzurri sell one of their strikers this month.

Como open talks for Everton striker wanted by Torino

Beto has attracted interest from Serie A, given that Torino have been in talks with Everton for several weeks.

Tuttosport reported in December that Beto had asked to leave Everton, seeking more playing time elsewhere.

Torino need a replacement for their injured striker, Duvan Zapata, who will spend the rest of the season on the sidelines with a knee injury.

Como have already completed three signings in the winter transfer window, welcoming goalkeeper Jean Butez from Royal Antwerp, winger Assane Diao from Betis and central midfielder Maxence Caqueret from Lyon.