Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi has likened Evan Ferguson to former Italy striker Christian Vieri.
De Zerbi was speaking after Ferguson's hat-trick in victory over Newcastle United.
“He's similar to Vieri but Vieri was left-footed and Evan is right-footed," said the Italian coach.
“The characteristics are very, very close.
“Vieri was great, great. He scored 200 goals, and he worked in the defensive space, a generous player, like Evan."