John Fallon: Evan Ferguson may yet survive Roma’s transfer shake-up under Gasperini

Roma’s title ambition, striker overload and Gasperini’s demands leave Evan Ferguson battling for relevance rather than escape

Roma’s Evan Ferguson breaks away from Stuttgart’s Jeff Chabot during their Europa League tie. Pic: Giuseppe Fama/Inpho

Gian Piero Gasperini was presented with a cake to celebrate his 68th birthday this week but it’s unlikely that Evan Ferguson was helping his Roma boss blow out the candles.

In the volatile landscape of Serie A, the veteran is considered a steady hand.