Roma Coach Urges Ferguson to Improve Attitude

Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini urged striker Evan Ferguson to improve his attitude and performances during a press conference on Wednesday, ahead of the team's Europa League match against Celtic in Glasgow on Thursday. The 21-year-old Republic of Ireland international, on a season-long loan from Brighton and Hove Albion, has struggled to adapt since joining the Serie A club last summer.

Gasperini emphasized that the issue is not personal but tied to on-field contributions. "I have nothing against him personally," the coach said. "It's about the performances. Ferguson has had a lot of chances. We want to wait for him to develop, but he has to do better, not just on a technical level, but in terms of attitude." He cited defender Mario Hermoso as an example of a player who sets a positive standard in the dressing room, highlighting the need for greater commitment from Ferguson.

Ferguson has made 14 appearances across all competitions this season, scoring just one goal, his first in Serie A against Cremonese earlier this month. His limited impact comes despite opportunities created by injuries to other forwards, including Artem Dovbyk, who has been sidelined. Instead, players like...