Based on recent stories in England, Manchester United wish to snap up Brighton & Hove Albion wonder-kid Evan Ferguson within the upcoming switch window. Supervisor Erik ten Hag needs to usher in a striker this summer time and the Brighton teenager has emerged as a possible goal.
The Pink Devils are in determined want of a brand new striker this summer time. Wout Weghorst is at the moment on a short-term mortgage deal from fellow Premier League facet Burnley whereas Anthony Martial’s damage points have been persistent all season lengthy.
Evan Ferguson has been in blistering type this season with 8 targets and three assists in all main competitions (stats through Transfermarkt). The 18-year-old additionally has 5 targets and 1 help for the Brighton U-21 facet in Premier League 2. He has additionally performed 4 video games for the Republic of Eire, scoring 1 aim (stats through fbref).
Studies from the Soccer Insider recommend Manchester United are planning a raid on Brighton to signal their younger sensation Evan Ferguson this summer time. The Pink Devils have already despatched scouts to look at the younger striker in current weeks.
Nonetheless, Ten Hag’s facet will not be the one group focusing on the Irish worldwide, with fellow English sides Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur additionally vying to land the ahead. Sadly for Manchester United, Evan Ferguson is probably to snub a switch this summer time.
🚨 Evan Ferguson is a Manchester United goal for this summer time. Tentative talks have already taken place with the gamers representatives. #mufc
— Switch Dan (@TheTransferOne) April 10, 2023
As reported by The Metro, the teenager needs to stick with the Seagulls to take advantage of the first-team alternatives he will get. The younger ahead fears he could not get common enjoying time at a membership like United or Chelsea.
Brighton are at the moment 7th within the Premier League desk. Roberto De Zerbi’s facet are 7 factors off fifth-placed Tottenham, however have performed 2 video games much less. They’ve a real likelihood of European soccer subsequent season, and that could possibly be a very good incentive for Ferguson to remain on.
The 18-year-old striker solely signed his first skilled contract with Brighton & Hove Albion in October final yr. Since becoming a member of their youth facet in January 2021, the Irish ahead has had 18 targets and three assists towards his title in 39 appearances.
Good morning Evan Ferguson enjoyers 🌄#COYBIGpic.twitter.com/8XeoMPYVnp
— Kenny’s Children (@KennysKids) April 5, 2023
Evan Ferguson has a really thrilling participant profile. At 1.83m, the wonder-kid has the best construct to perform as a typical “poacher” within the field. He additionally possesses glorious link-up play to play off defenders and contain his teammates. He’s additionally adept at dropping deep and getting concerned within the build-up when crucial.
At occasions, the Irishman has operated as a “false-nine” for De Zerbi, permitting the Italian to develop a free-flowing model of soccer. His hold-up and play-making means have even been in comparison with Harry Kane in an evaluation by Breaking The Strains.
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Manchester United are additionally more likely to flip their consideration onto Harry Kane and Victor Osimhen this summer time. Different names comparable to Mohammed Kudus and Randal Kolo-Muani have additionally been floating round with none concrete information.
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