Evan Ferguson: The Dark Horse Striker Destined to Dominate European Scoring Charts, Claims Manager Roberto De Zerbi

Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi believes Evan Ferguson has the potential to become the leading scorer in Europe. De Zerbi also acknowledged that it would be expected for the club to eventually sell Ferguson. In Brighton's recent 3-1 victory over Newcastle, Ferguson became the fourth teenager to achieve a hat-trick in the Premier League. With a total of eight goals in his past eight starts, the 18-year-old has proven to be a valuable find for Brighton.

De Zerbi expressed his elation for Ferguson, not only for his goal-scoring success but also for his exceptional performance in the first half. The 4-4-1 defensive formation adopted by Newcastle provided ample room for Ferguson, who demonstrated an impressive understanding of the available space. De Zerbi believes that Ferguson has the potential to achieve greatness and become a leading scorer in Europe, considering his remarkable qualities. Born in 2004, at just 18 years old, Ferguson's goal-scoring abilities are unmatched by many players his age.

Brighton has earned £198.7m in transfer fees from outgoing players during this transfer window. Notably, three players - Moises Caicedo (£115m), Alexis Mac Allister (£55m), and Robert Sanchez (£25m) - were sold for fees exceeding £25m. When questioned about the potential interest in Ferguson from top clubs, De Zerbi acknowledged Brighton's tendency to sell players and emphasized the importance of finding suitable replacements, which he deemed as essential work for the club.

Ferguson: It's a good day!

"As a kid, scoring as many goals as possible in the Premier League is a big dream. So, when you manage to score a hat-trick, it truly feels like a great day."

The result was good, despite the bad outcome last week against West Ham. We had to recover and we did so magnificently this week, with luck on our side in the end.

Uncertain of whether I would be offside or not, I simply had to attempt to finish it.

It can be challenging to find the right position during training; sometimes, you have to rely on instinct. You need to be prepared at all times, and in the first half, I should have been more assertive in my movements. When I got the first opportunity, I attempted to dribble towards the opponent and take a shot.

Howe: Important not to overreact to losing run

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe said: "It's a tough result for us. It could have been very different.

We had several opportunities in the initial phase of the match, including some promising ones.

The opening goal holds significant importance in every Premier League match, and it likely affected our confidence, particularly considering the events of last week.

The goal, both in terms of its execution and the way it happened, was a messy affair from our point of view, and as a result, the game deviated from the type of game we had hoped for.

Losing any game in the Premier League is always a possibility, and we must acknowledge our role in it. In our previous three matches, we have experienced defeat, and it is crucial that we take accountability for it. While the game against Man City was closely contested, we were not at our best. Against Liverpool, we displayed an excellent performance in the first half and should have emerged victorious. Today's match, however, was determined by crucial moments. It is essential for me to maintain composure and not overreact, especially when considering the tremendous support we have received.

The Premier League is undeniably challenging and unforgiving. Any loss of concentration can lead to significant issues. However, we have remained steadfast in our determination to achieve success in the league. Nevertheless, we are fully aware that the expectations imposed on us will be exceedingly high. Consider this as a cautionary reminder that we must not waver in such a demanding competition.