Dion Beljo Transfer Race: Man Utd, Tottenham and Everton Circle
Manchester United, Tottenham and Everton are tracking Croatian striker Dion Beljo ahead of the January window, with the 24-year-old’s outstanding scoring run putting a Premier League move firmly on the agenda.
Beljo has struck 12 times in his past 14 matches, including 10 goals across seven domestic league games. Brentford are also watching closely, while City Football Group and BlueCo have monitored his progress.
Beljo’s rise has intensified the transfer race
- Beljo delivered 38 goals in 48 appearances in all competitions last season, establishing himself as one of Croatia’s most productive forwards.
- His club form carried into international football when he scored his first Croatia goal on his third appearance, despite a 4-1 UEFA Nations League defeat to Spain.
- United, Spurs and Everton have now stepped up their scouting and background work before the winter market opens.
Why the Premier League clubs are looking
- United want another attacking option to compete with Benjamin Sesko and Matheus Cunha, while Joshua Zirkzee’s future remains unresolved.
- Tottenham are short of senior centre-forward depth after Richarlison was left out of Roberto De Zerbi’s squad, leaving Dominic Solanke and Omar Marmoush as the principal options.
- Everton’s need is particularly acute. Beto joined Fiorentina late in the summer window, and David Moyes has Thierno Barry as his only recognised senior striker.
Newcastle United and Leeds United have also been linked with Beljo in the past. The forward has previously identified both clubs among the Premier League teams he likes.
What happens next
No formal approach has been made, with clubs currently assessing Beljo’s form and availability. Any January deal could be difficult: he is under contract with Zagreb until June 2030, giving his current club a strong position in negotiations.
For now, Beljo’s priority is to continue his scoring surge in Croatia as English sides weigh up winter bids.
