Liverpool will be worried about the possibility of transfer regrets as a rising Brighton star once courted by the Reds has received praise from a certain Kylian Mbappé.
A rising Premier League star has been stamped with approval by Kylian Mbappé ahead of this week's standout clash between the Republic of Ireland and France.
Last week, Brighton and Hove Albion central striker Evan Ferguson made his debut for the national team against Latvia at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin in a friendly and immediately impressed when he scored. second goal for Ireland in just 17 minutes. His first international goal is the latest in a string of achievements that the 18-year-old prodigy has achieved this calendar year.
The County Meath-born forward has had a hugely impressive season for Brighton as the south coast club sit seventh in the Premier League table and perhaps on the cusp of glory, with an FA semi-final The Cup takes place next month. . Ferguson has been compared to Harry Kane and Wayne Rooney, bursting this term with 10 goals - seven goals and three assists - in just 16 senior games in all competitions.
An assist for Solly March's second goal in a particularly painful 3-2 loss at Amex to the Seagulls in January will be remembered by Liverpool fans for his fitness and direct style. in that match. Two goals against Grimsby Town in the FA Cup quarter-final just before the March international break limited the incredible rise of the Irish prodigy, which started it all with a strike against leaders Arsenal. Eve.
But what will deal a blow to Liverpool supporters is that the rising star has most likely signed for the Red Devils, with the striker choosing the more favorable prospect of arguably his time in the first team. at Brighton instead of staying at Anfield. Speaking to Sussex Live last year, Ferguson said:
"When I arrived, they [Brighton] were definitely the team I wanted to join. I went to all the clubs with my father.
"He knows what's going on so I think he's a key player. I've tried at a few clubs but Liverpool are the main team outside of Brighton.
"I've tried with Manchester United, Celtic and Everton. I think from the outside, it's clear to see that path and most of the coaches here give opportunities to young players."
Evan Ferguson of Brighton and Republic of Ireland has received praise from one of the greatest footballers in the world
Evan Ferguson of Brighton and Republic of Ireland has received praise from one of the most famous footballers in the world
It is clear that this talented youngster could continue a highly successful playing career thanks to his early performances for the Seagulls, with club coach Roberto De Zerbi describing his qualities. he is 'unique'. The Italian said of Ferguson:
“It is unique to us in terms of quality, in terms of features. He knows how to score very well.
"I think he can and must improve, in terms of quality of the game, better possession, better possession. But he's only 18, [born in] 2004, and he's definitely going to improve. because I know him, I know his passion, his attitude and I have no doubt.
Now, his performance has received much praise from one of the best players in the world, Mbappé.
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