For Evan's sake: Ferguson must park chatter and spark revival

The Ireland striker faces possibly the most important season of his career. 

IMPORTANT SEASON: Evan Ferguson faces possibly the most important season of his career so far as he battles to regain fitness for Brighton & Hove Albion at a time when rumours are once again linking him with a move to Manchester United. Picture: Getty Images

Evan Ferguson faces possibly the most important season of his career so far as he battles to regain fitness for Brighton & Hove Albion at a time when rumours are once again linking him with a move to Manchester United.

Speculation is not unusual for the young Republic star, who is still only 19, and who has seen his development temporarily curtailed by injuries. But even if it is water off a ducks back for a player also linked with Liverpool in the past, it’s not fantastic timing at the beginning of a new season which requires real focus.