Brighton star Evan Ferguson ‘targeted for shock loan move by Premier League rival’ – after starting just two top flight matches this season
- Ferguson has had limited minutes for Brighton in the Premier League this season
- Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler recently played down reports of a move to the club
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Brighton striker Evan Ferguson has reportedly attracted interest from a Premier League rival ahead of the January transfer window.
The 20-year-old has had limited game time for the Seagulls so far this season, playing just 368 minutes in all competitions.
Ferguson has started just twice in the Premier League for Fabian Hurzeler’s side, with his only goal of the season coming against Wolves in October.
The Ireland international made 36 appearances in all competitions for Brighton last season, scoring a total of six times.
His progress was disrupted by an ankle injury that kept him out for five months, forcing him to wait until September for his first appearance this season.
Ferguson was linked with a move away from Brighton last month in search of regular minutes, with Danny Welbeck, Georginio Rutter and Joao Pedro among Hurzeler’s attacking options.
Brighton striker Evan Ferguson has reportedly been targeted by a rival Premier League club
Fulham are reportedly exploring a deal to loan the forward in January
Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler last month dismissed rumors that Ferguson could leave on loan
According to the IndependentPremier League rivals Fulham are exploring the possibility of a loan move for Ferguson until the end of the season.
Marco Silva’s side reportedly believe they can offer Ferguson regular game time and strengthen their forward line.
The Cottagers currently sit eighth in the Premier League, on equal points but one place ahead of Brighton.
However, Hurzeler had tried to pour cold water on suggestions that Ferguson could be loaned out in January.
“I don’t know where this information came from because I told Evan I’m happy he’s here with the team,” Hurzeler said last month, following reports of a possible loan move.
‘I am happy with how he is training, the shape he is in physically and mentally. Of course he is a young player and he needs playing time.
‘Accept your role and get yourself into the mood and form that you will be ready for when given the opportunity.
“It’s exactly what I demand of Evan and also what I told him.
“I never said anything to him about a loan or anything like that.”