Evan Ferguson declares himself 'ready to start' Greece encounter

Last month Alan Shearer hailed the 18-year-old as a “special talent” but Ferguson remains keen to just focus on what’s happening on the pitch.

FULLY FIT: Evan Ferguson during a Republic of Ireland training session at the FAI National Training Centre in Abbotstown. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Evan Ferguson has declared himself fully fit to spearhead the Republic of Ireland attack for their crucial Euro 2024 qualification clash against Greece on Friday night.

The talented Bettystown native became the fourth footballer in the history of the Premier League to score a hat-trick before their 19th birthday when he inspired Brighton and Hove Albion to a 3-1 victory over Newcastle United at the beginning of September.