AS Roma Nears Deal to Sign Evan Ferguson from Brighton

AS Roma is close to signing Evan Ferguson from Brighton & Hove Albion. The clubs are negotiating a loan move that could become permanent. The 20-year-old striker wants the transfer, and both teams are eager to finalize the deal quickly.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Roma wants Evan Ferguson to strengthen their attack as a backup to Artem Dovbyk. Talks with Brighton are almost finished. They are discussing a loan with a possible obligation to buy. The main issue is the purchase price. Brighton wants €45 million, while Roma hopes for less. The deal might settle at €35 million soon, and Ferguson has agreed to join Roma.

WHY THIS MOVE MATTERS

Ferguson started well at Brighton, especially in the 2022-23 season with 16 goals and five assists. However, he has struggled recently, netting just one goal in 21 league appearances due to injuries, including an unsuccessful loan spell at West Ham United where he had no goals in eight appearances as highlighted by reports. Brighton finished 11th in the Premier League last season, missing European competition. Roma finished 5th in Serie A, just missing the Champions League but qualifying for the Europa League. They want to improve their squad, and signing Ferguson is part of building a stronger attack for future competitions.

WHAT NEXT FOR ROMA AND FERGUSON?

The clubs should finalize the deal soon, and Ferguson could join Roma before their first Serie A match against Bologna. Roma is preparing for the new season under coach Gianpiero Gasperini. They finished just behind Atalanta and especially Juventus, who got the last Champions League spot in the last matchday, and want to close that gap. Brighton plans to use the funds to strengthen their team after finishing mid-table. Ferguson hopes the move will boost his career and give him more playing time at a club competing for big trophies.