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Evan Ferguson Nears Genoa Switch on Loan from Brighton

September 4, 2026Carlos Mendoza1 мин

Genoa and Brighton have reached an agreement for Evan Ferguson to join the Italian club on loan. The Republic of Ireland striker is expected to return to Serie A, with Genoa covering 30% of his salary. However, Ferguson is not anticipated to be available until early October.

This transfer marks the latest loan spell for the Irish forward, who has been loaned out multiple times since breaking through at Brighton. Following a challenging period at West Ham in early 2025 and a season with Roma last year, where an ankle injury restricted him to 16 league appearances and only three goals, Ferguson is looking for a fresh start.

Genoa, managed by Daniele De Rossi, has been actively seeking a recognized center-forward after several departures in the summer left their attacking options limited. The club is willing to be patient with Ferguson's recovery, hoping to recapture the form of a player once considered one of the Premier League's most promising young strikers.