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Everton star Beto issues touching tribute to late Diogo Jota

Everton striker Beto has paid tribute to his compatriot Diogo Jota, revealing the late Liverpool and Portugal forward was the first person to text him following his move to Merseyside. The footballing world was left devastated after Jota, 28, and his brother Andre Silva, 25, tragically died in a car crash in the Spanish province of Zamora in July.

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Everton striker Beto reveals why he worked at KFC

Everton supporters have always appreciated players who reflect their own values of hard work, humility and resilience and in Portuguese striker Beto, they’ve found exactly that. At 25, Beto arrived on Merseyside from Serie A outfit Udinese in a £25.75 million move, carrying with him a compelling personal story that resonates far beyond the pitch.

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Phil Foden usually plays as a right winger for Manchester City, using his stronger left foot to cut in and create scoring opportunities. Thanks to his versatility, he has also been deployed on the left of a front three, or in a more centrally influential role as the #10.

Phil Foden was born in Stockport in Greater Manchester region, England.

Ever since making his debut for Man City, Phil Foden has sported the No. 47 jersey, which he wears in honour of his late grandfather, Ronnie, who died at the age of 47.

Phil Foden stands at 1.71m (5ft 7in), making him one of the shortest players in the Man City setup. Although he doesn't possess the extra strength, he is blessed with nimble footwork, with his low centre of gravity aiding him in drifting past opponents with ease.

Phil Foden weighs 70kg (154 lbs), with his low weight and diminuitive physique allowing him to skilfully dribble past players and function in half spaces.

Phil Foden joined the Manchester City academy in 2009 and broke into the first team in the 2017-18 season.

Phil Foden has three children with long-term partner Rebecca Cooke - two sons and a daughter.

While Phil Foden isn't married yet, he has been in a long-term relationship with girlfriend Rebecca Cooke, with the couple welcoming their third child during Euro 2024.