Fulham have reportedly joined Nottingham Forest in the race to sign Brighton’s Evan Ferguson.
The striker has been at the heart of plenty of speculation following his move to AS Roma over the summer on a loan-to-buy deal.
Ferguson has scored three goals and registered two assists in the Serie A so far this season, but some of his performances have left plenty to be desired, prompting some public questioning from manager Gian Piero Gasperini previously.
Roma are said to have concerns about their strike force heading into the second half of the campaign, Ferguson and Artem Dovbyk, and are hoping to replace the duo if possible. Donyell Malen has therefore arrived from Aston Villa, whilst other targets are being explored.
Reports in Italy claim that Ferguson will return to Brighton once Roma are closing in on a replacement, and such speculation has prompted some internal discussions among Premier League outfits.
According to Sky Sports, Fulham have shortlisted the 21-year-old as a potential target if he were to have his loan terminated at the Stadio Olimpico.
Marco Silva wants to sign at least one striker this summer, but talks with PSV over a deal for Ricardo Pepi are yet to progress, and alternatives are therefore coming under consideration.
Forest are similarly considering a move for Ferguson as they bid to add depth to their attacking ranks. Igor Jesus has spent the majority of the campaign as their only fully fit striker, with Chris Wood and Taiwo Awoiyi struggling with respective injuries.