Furlong tips Ferguson to shake off the rising price tag

James Furlong, speaking ahead of Ireland’s U21 Euro qualifiers on Friday in Turner’s Cross against Turkey and San Marino next Monday, is certain the waves of attention won’t affect Ferguson, either on or off the pitch.

IN HIS STRIDE: James Furlong believes that Evan Ferguson is taking everything in his stride. Pic: Cardy/Sportsfile

Evan Ferguson’s former Brighton teammate James Furlong insists the £100m price tag attracted by the teen sensation won’t faze him.

Ireland U21 squad member Furlong last week completed his move to Hull City but is watching closely as his friends grasps global headlines.