Brentford owner Matthew Benham has recently explained how data influences the club’s recruitment.
Speaking to The Training Ground Guru, Benham actually namedropped Everton striker Beto and noted that he would actually be a striker quite highly thought of in their model.
The 57-year-old stated: “For a striker, getting in position is way more informative than finishing. When we played Everton at our place late last year, Beto missed three one-on-ones.
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Everton target Troy Parrott.
“Any model worth its salt would give Beto an upgrade. Any player who manages to make three one-on-ones in a single game, even if he happens to miss them, he’s got to get an upgrade.
“Obviously your man in the street would slate him.”
Everton could benefit from data models as they look to sell Beto
Everton News exclusively reported in the January transfer window that David Moyes was looking to sell Beto.
The Toffees frontman did receive significant interest, with even the likes of Juventus exploring a deal to sign him.
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Ultimately, Moyes decided to retain his signature as the club didn’t manage to find an adequate replacement.
But, it appears Beto will have several suitors in the summer, and perhaps that’s due to his impressive underlying data.
As Benham explains, the 28-year-old has brilliant movement and can cause teams serious problem in behind.
So, Everton could benefit from those metrics when they inevitably place him up for sale once again.
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Atletico Madrid striker Alexander Sorloth.
The Toffees are looking to sign a more prolific striker, with Atletico Madrid’s Alexander Sorloth linked to the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Troy Parrott, who has netted 24 goals this term, is also on their radar and is reportedly available for just £15m.
So, it wouldn’t at all be surprising if Beto is moved on for one of the aforementioned strikers.
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