Evan Ferguson has been on fire for Brighton Albion this campaign. He’s now among the youngest players to score a hat-trick in Premier League era. At the age of 18, the Irish youngster continues to make waves.
The Seagulls central-forward was a nightmare for Newcastle on Saturday. He single-handedly scored a hat-trick (3 goals) against the Magpies in the league.
In all fairness, Brighton Albion have turned to an avenue for grooming young talents. The Seagulls have developed many young footballers in Europe’s top-5 leagues.
They recently sold Moisés Caicedo to Chelsea for a whopping £115 million. Of course, they keep making money from developing young players at the club.
Newcastle were unstoppable in the Premier League last season. Apparently, they qualified for the UEFA Champions League. However, they have been slipping off this season.
Speaking of the youngest players to score a hat-trick in Premier League era. Evan Ferguson used the Magpies to achieve a new feat in the league at the age of 18.
Evan Ferguson stats vs Newcastle
93% pass accuracy
31 touches
14/15 passes completed
6/8 ground duels won
100% dribbles completed
4 fouls won
4 shots on target
3 goals
Obviously, the 18-year-old striker was a nightmare for the Magpies. And he’s most likely to terrorize many teams in the Premier League this campaign.
Meanwhile, Evan Ferguson is more like Enzo Fernández for strikers. Despite his age, he’s indeed a complete goal-machine in the world of football.
Many European clubs are most likely to come for Ferguson in next summer’s transfer window. The likes of Chelsea, Real Madrid, and the rest would be interested in getting his signature.
Brighton Albion are expected to splash more than £100 million on him. Because he has the ability to become a top striker in the future.
Having been one of the youngest players to score a hat-trick in Premier League era. Evan won’t forget his extraordinary display against the Magpies in the league.
Who are the six youngest players to score a hat-trick in Premier League era?
- Michael Owen (18 years & 2 months)
- Robbie Fowler (18 years, 6 months & 21 days)
- Michael Owen (18 years, 8 months & 16 days)
- Chris Bart-Williams (18 years, 9 months & 27 days)
- Michael Owen (18 years, 10 months & 10 days)
- Evan Ferguson (18 years, 10 months & 14 days)