Everton complete £26m signing of Portuguese forward Beto from Udinese

Danny Ings also targeted in bid to bolster team’s goal output.

NEW MAN IN: Beto in action during the Serie A match between Udinese Calcio and US Cremonese. Pic: Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images

Everton have signed the Portuguese forward Beto from Udinese as they attempt to remedy the goal shortage that has left them bottom of the Premier League.

The fee for Beto, who has signed a four-year contract at Goodison Park, is officially undisclosed but it is understood to be £26m. The first payment is not due until the next financial year.