Evan Ferguson still 'the future of Brighton' despite suffering season-ending injury

OUT OF CONTENTION: Republic of Ireland striker Evan Ferguson is set for a spell on the sidelines. Pic: Dan Sheridan, Inpho

Republic of Ireland striker Evan Ferguson has been reassured he is still the future of Brighton & Hove Albion despite being ruled out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury.

Ferguson, 19, will miss not only Thursday’s Premier League game at home to title-chasing Manchester City but also the remainder of the campaign.