Everton boss David Moyes vetoed a move for Michy Batshuayi in the final days of the winter market.
The former Chelsea striker left Galatasaray for Eintracht Frankfurt last week.
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However, The Sun says a return to England with Everton was seriously considered.
Moyes and Everton chiefs discussed a move for Batshuayi before the Scot pulled back, unconvinced about whether the 31 year-old could make an instant impact.
For the moment, Beto is Everton's one fit centre-forward.