WHEN Evan Ferguson first arrived in Rome, expectations were high that Gian Piero Gasperini could help revive the Irish striker’s form. But after several inconsistent months marked by injuries and attitude concerns, disappointment grew among fans, and rumors even circulated that Roma might discuss sending the No. 11 back to Brighton. Last night, however, the narrative shifted dramatically.
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In the clash between Celtic and Roma, Ferguson delivered a standout performance, scoring a brace and striking the post in what was arguably his best display of the season. His resurgence did not go unnoticed—especially by Brighton manager Fabian Hürzeler, who addressed the striker’s form during his press conference ahead of their match against Liverpool.
“Evan is one of our players, we’re monitoring him closely, and he’ll always be an option for us,” Hürzeler said. “He’s currently on loan, and we’re happy with his brace yesterday. We’ll keep an eye on him.” The Brighton boss made it clear that Ferguson remains firmly within the club’s plans, signaling that his recent progress could influence decisions in the months ahead.
While Brighton confirmed that Stefanos Tzimas will be sidelined for the rest of the season, attention now shifts to Ferguson’s future. December is shaping up to be a crucial month, with Brighton unable to act unilaterally on his loan. Gasperini will continue to assess the forward in upcoming training sessions and matches, giving Roma the chance to determine whether his resurgence is sustainable.