Evan Ferguson has reportedly been made available by Brighton (Image: Getty)
may have the opportunity to solve their centre-forward problems by landing Evan Ferguson this month. Brighton have reportedly made the Irishman available ahead of the February 3 transfer deadline, and the Gunners should seriously consider a move.
Ferguson burst onto the scene aged only 18 in 2022-23, scoring six goals in 19 appearances. His physical and technical traits caught the eye, prompting comparisons with Wayne Rooney and .
The forward has scored 17 goals in 79 senior appearances for Brighton but has struggled for minutes under new boss Fabian Hurzeler. Transfer expert claims that Ferguson will be allowed to leave on loan this week.
Bournemouth, Everton, West Ham and a host of Europe’s top clubs are reportedly interested in a deal. However, it should be at the front of the queue. has struggled as a No. 9, while Gabriel Jesus will miss a lengthy period with an ACL injury.
would not be able to complete a temporary move at the moment, with Raheem Sterling and goalkeeper Neto filling their two loan spots. However, the Gunners could make either of those deals permanent – or send one back to their parent club.
But a deal for Ferguson is one must get done. Their success this season hinges on whether they sign a prolific striker in the final week of the January window.
With Alexander Isak and Benjamin Sesko unattainable until at least the summer, Ferguson’s arrival must be seriously considered. They could even offer Brighton a mega-money proposal to make the deal permanent, with reporting that the Seagulls are open to a sale. would therefore have one of Europe’s most highly-rated forwards under his wing.
would be getting a mature player for his tender 20 years, with his physical capabilities well-liked by top clubs. “He’s got great awareness with his play. So strong, so powerful for someone so young,” talkSPORT commentator Alex Crook said in March 2023.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta should be going all out for Evan Ferguson (Image: Getty)
“He’s not dissimilar from Wayne Rooney when he burst on the scene. He looks like a seasoned professional in a teenager’s body.”
Ferguson himself was a big fan of Rooney while he was growing up.
He told MOTDx: “I’d say Wayne Rooney was [my hero] because he had the show, Wayne Rooney’s Street Striker. I used to watch him and I used to support United as a kid. He was just unbelievable.”
were routinely swept aside by Rooney during the hero’s playing days. They must therefore sign a player who many feel could be his heir.