Shock. Unfortunately, even if you’re keen on the kid, this rumor is far less attractive than it was just twelve months ago. Injuries, including a patellar tendon tear in his knee back in March, and a precipitous drop in form,

Brighton striker Evan Ferguson could join another Premier League club before the transfer window shuts - and Chelsea have now joined the race for the Republic of Ireland star

The Republic of Ireland striker is uncertain about his long-term prospects at Brighton under Fabian Hurzeler . He prefers to make a decision about his future in the summer, per The Mirror. Ferguson knows that if Brighton accepts a permanent offer, the decision might be out of his hands.

Chelsea have reportedly entered the competitive race to sign Brighton & Hove Albion striker Evan Ferguson in January, with Arsenal, Bournemouth, Everton, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United also looking for attacking reinforcements.

Evan Ferguson, who has been hampered by a series of niggling injuries since bursting on to the scene as a teenager, has been linked with moves to Arsenal, Bayer Leverkusen and West Ham during the Janu

Chelsea transfer news as Evan Ferguson once more on the radar after disastrous run at Brighton leaves exit on the cards

Chelsea could make a late swoop for Evan Ferguson, the Brighton striker who they have tracked ever since he broke through and is available either on loan or permanently.