Forget Beto: Everton starlet showed why he could be a future £100m star
Everton Secure Vital 3-1 Win at Fulham, with Beto and Alcaraz Shining in Attack
Everton secured their ninth Premier League win of the season with a 3-1 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage, bouncing back from an early setback.
Raul Jimenez gave Fulham the lead in the first half, and it seemed like another tough defeat was on the cards for Everton.
However, a determined fightback led by Ukrainian full-back Vitaliy Mykolenko saw the Toffees level the score, eventually securing all three points.
Beto’s Impressive Display
While Mykolenko’s equalizer sparked the turnaround, one of the standout performers in the attacking third was Beto, who put in another dynamic display.
The Portuguese striker, who has been linked with a move to newly promoted Leeds United this summer, showed why he could become Everton’s main attacking threat.
Beto sealed the victory for Everton in the 73rd minute with a fantastic strike, curling the ball past Fulham’s goalkeeper Bernd Leno.
Beyond his goal, Beto contributed significantly, winning 11 duels and taking two additional shots on goal to help secure the win in West London.
Carlos Alcaraz: A £100m Talent in the Making?
While Beto grabbed the headlines for his clinical finishing, there was another player who impressed in attack—Carlos Alcaraz. Despite not scoring himself, the Argentine winger showcased his creative talent, setting up Beto’s decisive goal and firing two shots just wide of the target.
Alcaraz, who joined Everton on loan from Southampton in January, continues to build a strong case for a permanent move.
His playmaking ability has drawn comparisons to Nottingham Forest’s Morgan Gibbs-White, with both players statistically similar in Europe’s top five leagues, according to FBref.
Alcaraz’s all-around performance, including three duels won, highlighted his potential to become as influential and creative as Gibbs-White, who is valued at £100 million.
If Everton can secure Alcaraz’s signature permanently, he could develop into a key figure for the club, just as Gibbs-White has for Forest.
A Bright Future Ahead for Everton
Chris Beesley of Liverpool Echo praised Alcaraz for his “spectacular” growth during the match, awarding him a high rating of 7/10.
While the 22-year-old still has room to grow, his performances since joining Everton have shown great promise.
With one goal and three assists this season, Alcaraz’s future at Goodison Park will be a talking point in the summer.
For now, Everton fans will be focused on maintaining their strong form and ensuring that the club continues to progress, with the promising future of Bramley Moore on the horizon.
