Evan Ferguson pictured with Conor McGregor in Ibiza as future remains uncertain..
Brighton striker Evan Ferguson has been pictured partying with Conor McGregor in Ibiza as transfer speculation surrounding his future continues.
The Ireland international is expected to leave the Seagulls this summer, having fallen out of favour in Fabian Hurzeler’s side.
Ferguson, 20, endured a torrid loan spell with West Ham during the second half of last season. He made just eight league appearances, failed to score and failed to feature in six of the remaining eight games of the campaign.
However, his next move appears to be at the back of his mind as he enjoys the off-season.
In an image published by Sunday World, Ferguson was seen posing for a picture next to the former UFC champion.
Evan Ferguson Ireland team-mate spotted with Conor McGregor
Ferguson’s Irish team-mate Troy Parrott is also on the party island and was identified in a group picture alongside McGregor, Katie Price and Kinahan Cartel boss Liam Byrne’s son.
Parrott has enjoyed a successful season with Dutch side AZ Alkmaar, scoring 14 goals in 28 Eredivisie matches.
He also recently played 90 minutes in Ireland’s drab draw with Luxembourg earlier in the month.
The image emerged just days after McGregor was filmed allegedly punching a fellow partygoer in Pacha nightclub.
A clip showed McGregor leaning forward to speak with an unnamed man who approaches the Irishman.
The two share a little dialogue before McGregor seemingly launches two punches with his left hand to his head.
It then appears as though several people surround the 36-year-old after the man looks to fall to the ground.
Troy Parrot was spotted with Conor McGregor
PSV offered Evan Ferguson transfer
According to Football Insider, Ferguson could be joining Parrott in the Dutch league, with PSV being offered the opportunity to sign him.
However, it’s just likely to be a loan deal with his price tag set to be a stumbling block in negotiations.
The report adds that Premier League duo Everton and Nottingham Forest have also shown an interest.
They believe they can reignite the same form in front of goal that once saw him become one of the hottest prospects on the market.
Celtic have also tentatively been linked, and it sparked a comment from Rangers legend Ally McCoist, who believes it would be a very shrewd signing.
He said: “I want him to get fit. I really like Evan Ferguson and I really want him to get fit and stay fit.
“He can finish. Out of all the younger ones coming through, I thought Evan Ferguson was the one to watch.
“Obviously he’s got one or two injuries going on that have held him back a bit, but if he keeps himself fit he will score goals anywhere.
“The unfortunate thing for my mob is, he could come in and hurt us. Definitely.
“It wouldn’t surprise me at all. I’m a big fan.”
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