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Everton pursue Folarin Balogun as Beto nears Fiorentina move

Everton are attempting to sign USA striker Folarin Balogun from Monaco before the transfer deadline, with Beto set to depart for Fiorentina. Monaco's CEO confirms discussions, while Balogun's recent World Cup performance and political controversy add context to the potential move.

By Tertius News AI Desk 2 distinct · 2 mastheads · 2 articles Version 1 Coverage Aug 31, 2026 Published 4h ago

Transfer Deadline Moves

Everton are attempting to sign USA World Cup striker Folarin Balogun from Monaco, with Beto set to depart the club before Tuesday's transfer deadline. According to the Liverpool Echo, Everton have given Beto permission to discuss a return to Italy, with the Guinea-Bissau international heading to Fiorentina for a medical. Beto, 28, is in the final 12 months of his contract, having joined from Udinese for 8 million on August 29, 2023.

The interest in Balogun was first reported by Fabrizio Romano and the BBC, as cited by NBC Sports, which also notes that Everton are set to sell Beto and want a replacement. A report from Belgium states that Balogun wants the move to Everton.

Monaco Confirms Talks

Monaco's chief executive Thiago Scuro confirmed that discussions are taking place regarding Balogun. "Yes, it is true that discussions are taking place regarding Balogun," Scuro is quoted as saying. "That is also why we have already signed [Mathhis] Albine. We are ready to maintain the quality of the team if Balogun leaves, but we should know more very soon."

Balogun currently plays for Monaco, for whom he scored 19 goals in 43 games last season. NBC Sports reports that Monaco values Balogun at $50 million, but the club may accept less as they need to raise funds. Balogun, 25, has had spells at Reims and Monaco after coming through the ranks at Arsenal.

World Cup Controversy

Balogun gained attention this summer by scoring three goals for the World Cup co-hosts. His ban for being sent off against Bosnia and Herzegovina was suspended, with multiple reports suggesting that US President Donald Trump personally called FIFA President Gianni Infantino to request a review of the red card. After Balogun was cleared to play in the round of 16 against Belgium, the USA lost 4-1.

President Trump posted on social media: "Thank you to Fifa for doing what was right and reversing a great injustice!" Former Everton striker Wayne Rooney described the decision as "An absolute disgrace."

Player Background

Balogun's eligibility to represent the United States is based on where his mother was at the time of his birth. Born in Brooklyn, New York, on July 3, 2001, his parents are Nigerian, and he grew up in London after they returned to the UK when he was two months old. His mother had visited New York when she was seven months pregnant, but airline staff refused to let her fly back due to safety concerns about her proximity to giving birth.

Balogun joined Arsenal at age eight, making 10 senior appearances and scoring twice, with loan spells at Middlesbrough and Reims. At Reims, he scored 22 goals, prompting Monaco to sign him for €30 million on August 30, 2023.

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Liverpool Echo

Framing: Highlights Everton's pursuit of Balogun and frames Beto's departure as imminent. — neutral and factual

as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC

Facts Included:

Everton are attempting to sign USA World Cup star Folarin Balogun.
Beto is set to depart the club before Tuesday's transfer deadline.
Balogun hit the headlines this summer by netting three goals for the World Cup co-hosts.
His ban for being sent off against Bosnia and Herzegovina was suspended.
Multiple reports suggest USA’s President Donald Trump personally rang FIFA President Gianni Infantino to request a review of the red card.
After Balogun was cleared to play, his team lost 4-1 to Belgium in the round of 16.
President Trump posted on social media: 'Thank you to Fifa for doing what was right and reversing a great injustice!'
Wayne Rooney, former Everton striker, described the decision as 'An absolute disgrace.'
Balogun currently plays for Monaco, for whom he netted 19 goals in 43 games last season.
Monaco's chief executive Thiago Scuro is quoted as saying: 'Yes, it is true that discussions are taking place regarding Balogun.'
Scuro also said: 'That is also why we have already signed [Mathhis] Albine.'
Scuro added: 'We are ready to maintain the quality of the team if Balogun leaves, but we should know more very soon.'
Everton have given striker Beto permission to discuss a return to Italy with the Guinea-Bissau international set to head to Fiorentina for a medical.
Beto is 28 years old and is in the final 12 months of his contract.
Balogun’s eligibility to represent the United States is based on a quirk of where his mother was at the time of his birth.
His parents are Nigerian and he grew up in London, after they returned to the UK when he was two months old.
He was born in Brooklyn, New York, on July 3, 2001, with his mother having visited the city when she was seven months pregnant.
Airline staff refused permission for her to fly on her intended return flight due to safety concerns over how close she was to giving birth.
Balogun joined Arsenal at age eight, made 10 senior appearances, scored twice, and had loan spells with Middlesbrough and Reims.
He netted 22 goals for Reims, prompting Ligue 1 rivals Monaco to sign him for €30million on August 30, 2023.

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Nbc Sports

Framing: The headline frames the story as a question about the fit of the move for the player. — The tone is analytical and mildly promotional, presenting the move as beneficial for both the player and the club.

as of Aug 31, 2026, 11:16 AM UTC

Facts Included:

Everton are interested in Folarin Balogun according to reports from Fabrizio Romano and the BBC.
Everton are set to sell striker Beto to Fiorentina before Tuesday’s 6pm ET deadline.
Balogun is 25 years old.
Balogun is valued at $50 million by Monaco.
Balogun could be available for less than $50 million as Monaco need to raise funds.
Balogun has had spells at Reims and Monaco.
Balogun played for the USA in the 2026 World Cup.

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Claim	Confidence	Status
ClaimEverton are interested in Folarin Balogun according to reports from Fabrizio Romano and the BBC.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Nbc Sports as of Aug 31, 2026, 11:16 AM UTC
ClaimEverton are set to sell striker Beto to Fiorentina before Tuesday’s 6pm ET deadline.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Nbc Sports as of Aug 31, 2026, 11:16 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun is 25 years old.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusContested via Nbc Sports as of Aug 31, 2026, 11:16 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun is valued at $50 million by Monaco.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusContested via Nbc Sports as of Aug 31, 2026, 11:16 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun could be available for less than $50 million as Monaco need to raise funds.	ConfidenceLow	StatusSingle-source via Nbc Sports as of Aug 31, 2026, 11:16 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun has had spells at Reims and Monaco.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Nbc Sports as of Aug 31, 2026, 11:16 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun played for the USA in the 2026 World Cup.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Nbc Sports as of Aug 31, 2026, 11:16 AM UTC, Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimEverton are attempting to sign USA World Cup star Folarin Balogun.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimBeto is set to depart the club before Tuesday's transfer deadline.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun hit the headlines this summer by netting three goals for the World Cup co-hosts.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun's ban for being sent off against Bosnia and Herzegovina was suspended.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimMultiple reports suggest USA’s President Donald Trump personally rang FIFA President Gianni Infantino to request a review of the red card.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimAfter Balogun was cleared to play for Mauricio Pochettino’s side in their round of 16 showdown with Belgium in Seattle, they subsequently lost 4-1.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimPresident Trump posted on social media: 'Thank you to Fifa for doing what was right and reversing a great injustice!'	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimWayne Rooney, former Everton striker, described the decision as 'An absolute disgrace.'	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun currently plays for Monaco, for whom he netted 19 goals in 43 games last season.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusContested via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimMonaco's chief executive Thiago Scuro is quoted as saying: 'Yes, it is true that discussions are taking place regarding Balogun. That is also why we have already signed [Mathhis] Albine. We are ready to maintain the quality of the team if Balogun leaves, but we should know more very soon.'	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimEverton have given striker Beto permission to discuss a return to Italy with the Guinea-Bissau international set to head to Fiorentina for a medical.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimBeto is 28 years old and is in the final 12 months of his contract.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusContested via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimBeto joined the Blues from Udinese for £25.8million on August 29, 2023.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun’s eligibility to represent the United States is based on a quirk of where his mother was at the time of his birth.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun's parents are Nigerian and he grew up in London, after they returned to the UK when he was just two months old.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun was born in Brooklyn, New York, on July 3, 2001.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun's mother had visited the city when she was seven months pregnant only for airline staff to refuse permission for her to fly on her intended return flight due to safety concerns over how close she was to giving birth.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun joined Arsenal at the age of eight.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun made 10 senior appearances for Arsenal and scored twice.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun had loan spells with Middlesbrough and Reims.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun netted 22 goals for Reims, which prompted their Ligue 1 rivals Monaco to snap him up for €30million on August 30, 2023.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusContested via Liverpool Echo as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:17 AM UTC

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2 distinct · 2 mastheads · 2 articles consulted: Liverpool Echo, Nbc Sports 28 claims extracted Version 1 Written 2026-08-31