Arsenal are alert to an opportunity of signing Brighton & Hove Albion striker Evan Ferguson on loan this month.
The Gunners are keeping tabs on the situation as the Seagulls have yet to decide whether to listen to offers for the ‘special’ 20-year-old during the ongoing January transfer window.
Arsenal and several suitors have already enquired about what it would take to get a temporary deal for Ferguson done, but they are yet to receive any form of clarity on the matter, with Brighton focusing on getting him fit for now.
The 6ft Republic of Ireland international boasts ‘great physicality’ and has been on the radar of some of the top clubs for a while, with Arsenal open to landing him on loan.
The North Londoners want a number 9 but are unexpected to splash the cash this month as their top targets are unavailable.
They plan to spend big on a new striker in the summer regardless of whether they land one this month under the right circumstances, but getting Ferguson could prove tricky.
Brighton are expected to insist on an obligation-to-buy included in any loan deal if they decide to let him go in January, which could see Arsenal look elsewhere.
Ferguson has just a goal in 14 appearances this season after ending the last two seasons with 16 goals in 61 games, and he has huge potential.
The Gunners have not had a physical number 9 for a while, and their style of play could be perfect for the Brighton star.
