Brighton and Hove Albion striker Evan Ferguson has joined West Ham United on loan for the rest of the season.
The 20-year-old Republic of Ireland international has made 15 appearances in all competitions for Albion this season, largely from the bench.
Albion head coach Fabian Hürzeler said: “Evan has had a frustrating 12 months with injuries and, for him to get back to the level he’s capable of and to continue his development, he really needs to be playing regularly.
“This loan gives him that opportunity, and under a manager he knows well. We are looking forward to watching Evan’s progress over the next few months and we wish him well.”
Ferguson has made 80 appearances for Albion since his debut in February 2022 – under the new West Ham boss Graham Potter.
He has also represented his country at senior level on 18 occasions.
Earlier today, Albion signed the young Greece international striker Stefanos Tzimas from Nuremberg. But the Under-21 international has gone straight back to the German club for the rest of the season.
Benicio Baker-Boaitey, a summer signing from Arsenal, left Albion today for Millwall in a deal thought to be worth in excess of £1 million.
With the transfer window closing at 11pm tonight, other deals are thought to be close to completion both inwards and outwards for the Seagulls.
