AS Roma Announce Evan Ferguson Signing on Loan from Brighton

AS Roma have confirmed the arrival of Irish striker Evan Ferguson from Brighton & Hove Albion on a season-long loan deal, including a €3 million loan fee and a non-mandatory buy option set at €40 million as reported.

FERGUSON COMPLETES MOVE TO THE ETERNAL CITY

The 20-year-old forward, who started his professional career at Bohemian FC, joins Roma after a tough season at Brighton and an unsuccessful loan spell at West Ham United, where he did not manage to score in eight matches. Despite these struggles, Roma’s management believes the Irishman still has large potential and hope that the move will help him find his best form in Serie A. He becomes the first Irish player ever to sign for the Giallorossi.

ROMA’S AMBITIONS AND CURRENT SEASON OBJECTIVES

Roma, under coach Gian Piero Gasperini, are trying to strengthen their attack as they push to secure a top four finish in Serie A. Last season, Roma narrowly finished fifth, missing out on Champions League qualification by just two points according to reports. This team, the team has a new coach with a proven pedigree after a very successful spell at Atalanta, and the goal will be to push for Champions League qualification that is reserved for the 4 top teams, and the dream would be to lift the Scudetto.

WHAT NEXT FOR FERGUSON AND ROMA

Evan Ferguson is expected to compete for a starting spot immediately as Roma prepare for their next match against Bologna in the opening day. Bologna are undergoing squad changes and teams are circling around its top talents after a season that saw them finish 9th in the league but, more importabtly, lift the Coppa Italia trophy. For Ferguson, regular playing time and goals will be key to triggering Roma’s €40 million buy option and reviving his upward trajectory as one of Ireland’s brightest young prospects.