Brighton Refutes Evan Ferguson Loan Rumors

Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler has refuted claims that Evan Ferguson, the 20-year-old Republic of Ireland striker, will be sent on loan in January. Ferguson is recovering from an ankle injury and has started only one Premier League match this season, competing with Danny Welbeck, Georginio Rutter, and Joao Pedro. While some reports suggest Brighton might consider loans to clubs like Crystal Palace and Fulham, Hurzeler is satisfied with Ferguson's training and condition. Leicester is interested in a permanent acquisition to bolster their squad amid relegation battles, but Brighton values Ferguson at £60 million and is not considering a sale. Ferguson, who signed a six-year contract extension in 2023, was named Brighton's young player of the year last season and scored a hat-trick against Newcastle United.