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“He’s too big” – Player told to lose weight and trim fat after Everton exit

Beto joined Fiorentina from Everton in the summer transfer window,and he’s settling into his new Italian life. La Viola brought him in as a replacement for Moise Kean, who joined Como. Since arriving, Beto has made one start for Fiorentina…

By Kaustubh Pandey · Sport Witness

Published: Tuesday, 22 September 2026 at 9:20 AM

Key Things to Know

Beto joined Fiorentina from Everton in a summer transfer deal to replace Moise Kean.
Former sporting director Pino Vitale suggested Beto is physically too big and should lose weight.
Mateo Pellegrino is currently starting ahead of Beto under manager Paolo Vanoli.

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Beto joined Fiorentina from Everton during the summer transfer window as a replacement for Moise Kean. The Guinea-Bissau international has made one start for the club alongside a substitute appearance, with Mateo Pellegrino currently serving as manager Paolo Vanoli's primary starting striker.

Former sporting director Pino Vitale claimed to RTV38 that Beto is physically too big and suggested shedding a few pounds would benefit him. Vitale also noted that regular starts for Pellegrino and managerial instability at Fiorentina have affected Beto's integration.

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