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<ul><li>Ferguson scored four goals on debut</li><li>Scored a 24-minute hat-trick in the first half</li><li>Roma thrashed Serie D side UniPomezia 9-0</li></ul><table><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va2ivxLJJhzdzbJdwo0n"><strong>Follow GOAL on WhatsApp!</strong></a> 🟢📱</td></tr></tbody></table><script type="application/json" data-placement="fcplayer-semantic">{"type":"fcplayer-semantic","data":{"embedCode":"//cdn.fcp.codes/embed-code-template/embed-code-template.js#SEMANTIC_5704afb8-c10b-4ba5-9cb4-d7fb6098ef90"}}</script>

Evan Ferguson off to a dream start! New Roma signing scores FOUR goals in first appearance just a day after completing move from Brighton

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<p>Ferguson wasted no time announcing himself in Italy, scoring a stunning four goals and providing an assist on his debut for Roma in a 9-0 thrashing of Serie D side UniPomezia. His hat-trick came inside just 24 minutes, and he ended the game with five direct goal involvements. The Irish striker <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-in/lists/evan-ferguson-roma-player-serie-a-confirm-loan-deal-brighton-striker-option-permanent-deal/blt58dcae7097a3b9d2#cs14508df14bd57c9a" target="_blank">joined Roma on loan from Brighton two days ago</a>, and the deal includes an option to buy worth around €38 million (£32m/$41m).</p>

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<p>The move to Roma offers the 20-year-old a fresh chance to rediscover the form that made him one of the Premier League’s brightest young prospects. Injuries and a loss of confidence saw his progress stall, with just one goal to his name since November 2023. The Yellow and Reds' new head coach, Gian Piero Gasperini, has a strong track record of getting the best out of underperforming players, and Ferguson's explosive debut will boost hopes that he can thrive in Serie A.</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The goals from today's training match against UniPomezia ⚽️🟡🔴<br><br>Ferguson 4️⃣👀🇮🇪<br><br>▶️ <a href="https://t.co/MvSnKA0WUT">https://t.co/MvSnKA0WUT</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ASRoma?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ASRoma</a> <a href="https://t.co/ssLr7bW4gE">pic.twitter.com/ssLr7bW4gE</a></p>— AS Roma English (@ASRomaEN) <a href="https://twitter.com/ASRomaEN/status/1948442369583710498?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<p>Ferguson made his first-team debut for the Seagulls at just 16 years old and quickly drew attention from top clubs like Manchester United and Chelsea, with his value once soaring above €118m (£100m/$129m). He impressed during the 2022-23 season, scoring 10 goals in 25 appearances and earning his senior debut for Ireland. Although the 2023-24 campaign proved challenging, Ferguson's potential continues to be highly regarded across Europe.</p>

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<p>The young striker will now aim to build on his flying start under Gasperini during Roma’s pre-season fixtures. With expectations rising, he has a chance to cement a regular starting spot and make a strong case for a permanent transfer. If he maintains this form, Roma may be tempted to trigger the €38m buy clause sooner rather than later.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR FERGUSON?

Evan Ferguson off to a dream start! New Roma signing scores FOUR goals in first appearance just a day after completing move from Brighton | Goal.com

Evan Ferguson made a blistering start at AS Roma, scoring four goals and grabbing an assist just a day after joining on loan from Brighton.

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