Everton picked up a late point against Brighton and Hove Albion on the South Coast on Saturday afternoon.
Beto received the plaudits for his last-minute equaliser, and David Moyes was keen to heap praise on the Everton frontman after the game.
“Well, he’s a great lad to work with,” the Everton boss explained.
Beto only took 10 minutes to do what Barry couldn’t in almost 90 minutes! 🤩
There is no way Everton can now sell Beto… is there? 🫣
Thierno Barry of Everton (C) warms up prior to the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Everton. Beto of Everton celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Everton.
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“He tries to make himself better every day, he really does. I’m pleased because he’s probably needed the confidence from the goal.”
Moyes celebrated Beto’s goal with great passion and was actually booked as a result by referee Chris Kavanagh.
With that said, Jack Grealish has reacted to that moment on Instagram.
Jack Grealish absolutely loved David Moyes’ celebration vs Brighton
Moyes’ celebration after Beto’s 97th-minute equaliser has gone viral on social media, as he shot down the touchline and leapt into the air.
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Grealish, who is set to remain at Everton despite his season-ending injury, reacted to the clip on Instagram.
The Manchester City loanee commented: “Makes me happy this. What a guy man.”
He also added: “Absolute legend man.”
Love this from Moyes!! Surely we have to offer him a new contract? 💙
The boss on whether he'd do his late celebration again…
“I would! If I’d been a bit more mobile, I might have done a knee slide! That would have only got me a yellow as well, so I may as well have!” 💙
Highlights from today's dramatic draw at Brighton are now on YouTube. 🔽
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Jack Grealish clearly has a great relationship with David Moyes
It’s quite evident that Grealish has a great relationship with Moyes and would love to continue playing under him next season.
The Toffees are keen to sign Grealish permanently, although their £40m option to buy will have to be negotiated down.
A deal in the region of £25m would be fair for both parties, with the England international turning 31 later this year.
Moyes is eyeing a move to sign Tyrique George from Chelsea, which indicates that he may be a back-up to Grealish next year.
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