Fiorentina has finalized an €18 million deal to acquire Everton striker Beto. This move comes after Joshua Zirkzee opted to stall a potential transfer to Manchester United in favor of Juventus, which has consequently allowed Moise Kean to join Como.
As the transfer window draws to a close, a series of interconnected moves have emerged, relying on one another to proceed.
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Beto’s Transfer Clears Path for Kean and Zirkzee
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – MAY 20: Joshua Zirkzee of Manchester United is seen during a training session ahead of the UEFA Europa League Final 2025 against Tottenham Hotspur on May 20, 2025, in Manchester, England. (Photo by Ben Roberts Photo/Getty Images)
It was widely known that Kean was set for a loan move to Como valued at €5 million, with an obligation to buy for €30 million plus €5 million in add-ons; however, Fiorentina refused to let him go until a replacement was secured.
They had been keenly pursuing Zirkzee from Manchester United but realized late on Sunday that the Dutch forward had his sights firmly set on Juventus.
As a result, the Bianconeri were able to finally present an offer for Zirkzee for a loan with an option to buy at €30 million since Atletico Madrid has shifted focus to Jonathan David.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – AUGUST 09: Beto of Everton battles against Daniele Ghilardi of Roma during a pre-season friendly on August 09, 2025, at Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)
With Zirkzee’s move seemingly under wraps, Fiorentina shifted their focus and successfully secured Beto from Everton.
The former Udinese forward returns to Serie A with a fee between €17-18 million, based on the source cited, and is anticipated to undergo his medical examination in Italy on Monday.
Simultaneously, Kean will finalize his move to Como and complete the necessary tests.