After a couple of frustrating, injury-plagued seasons in the Premier League, Evan Ferguson could be gearing up for a fresh chapter—this time in Italy.
According to multiple reports, Roma and Brighton have come to terms on a loan deal that includes a purchase option, giving the young Irish striker a shot at rediscovering his form in Serie A.
Loan Deal Reached with Option to Buy
Roma and Brighton have reportedly reached an agreement that would send Ferguson to the Italian capital on loan, with the option to buy set at £32.9 million (€38 million).
Negotiations had been ongoing for weeks, with Roma initially bidding closer to £26 million, but the two clubs have now settled on a figure that includes performance-based add-ons.
Now, the focus is shifting to finalizing personal terms between Roma and Ferguson—a process that, sources say, shouldn’t present any major hurdles.
Once a Rising Star, Now Seeking Revival
Ferguson’s name started grabbing headlines back in 2021 when he joined Brighton from Irish side Bohemians and quickly made waves under then-manager Graham Potter.
By early 2023, he was scoring hat-tricks against teams like Newcastle and being compared to a young Alan Shearer.
But just as expectations were rising, so were the injury setbacks.
A serious ankle injury sidelined him for six months, and he never quite managed to regain consistent minutes after that.
Tough Loan Spell at West Ham
Last season, Ferguson was loaned out to West Ham for the second half of the campaign.
Hopes were high—but the loan didn’t go as planned.
He made eight Premier League appearances for the Hammers but failed to score, and his impact was minimal.
This upcoming move to Roma could provide the striker with a better fit and a much-needed restart in a new environment.
Brighton’s Summer Shuffle Continues
Ferguson isn’t the only forward departing the south coast this summer.
Joao Pedro has already sealed a high-profile move to Chelsea for £60 million, leaving Brighton reshuffling their attacking options ahead of the new season.
Meanwhile, left-back Pervis Estupiñán is drawing serious interest from both Manchester United and AC Milan.
At 27, Estupiñán is reportedly open to a new challenge, and Brighton are said to be willing to listen to offers around £40 million.
A Make-or-Break Move for Ferguson
For Ferguson, this potential move to Roma is more than just a change of clubs—it’s a crucial chance to get his career back on track.
At just 20 years old, he still has time on his side.
And with the right coaching and game time in Serie A, there’s every chance he could rekindle the spark that once made him one of the most talked-about young strikers in Europe.