The 18-year-old scored his sixth and seventh goal of the season at the Amex Stadium on Sunday, March 19, repaying the faith show in him by boss Roberto De Zerbi.
The Italian gave Ferguson his first Premier League start as Brighton player on January 3 and called the striker a ‘special player’ after the Grimsby game.
De Zerbi said: “He is a very special player and a special guy. I think he is playing very well and he can improve to play with the team. Not as a number nine, but inside of the game.”
Ferguson has been one of the best young players in the Premier League this season. A number of youngsters are being given more opportunities to play across the top flight, as managers make use of the five substitutes per game rule, which was brought into effect this year.
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But who has been the best teenager to play in the Premier League this season?
SussexWorld has ranked the best 11 players under the age of 20 so far this season.
1. 11 - Divin Mubama
The 18-year-old striker scored his first competitive goal this month with a cheeky backheel in West Ham's 4-0 win against AEK Larnaca in the UEFA Europa Conference League. The youngster exuberates a lot of confidence for someone who has only made four first-team appearances. He has barley started his professional career, but there is lots for West Ham fans to excited about with this lad. Photo: Clive Rose
2. 10 - Marquinhos
Signed by Arsenal from Sao Paulo in the summer, the 19-year-old Brazilian has already show glimpses of his potential in both an Arsenal and Norwich shirt. Having scored and assisted on his debut for the Gunners in their 2-1 win over Zurich in the Europa League, Marquinhos is now on-loan in the Championship, and has scored one goal in five games for David Wagner's side. Photo: URS BUCHER
3. 9 - Carney Chukwuemeka
The teenager was one of seven summer signings at Stamford Bridge last summer and has been one of the only ones to have impressed so far in the new Todd Boehly era. His work rate and glimpses of quality on the ball has meant Chelsea fans are excited to see what the future holds for the midfielder. Photo: Justin Setterfield
4. 8 - Lewis Hall
The left back has been one of the few shining lights for Chelsea this season. When many players have been criticised for a lack of effort whilst wearing the Blues shirt, Hall has been praised for his determination, guts and attacking abilities. Likely to become a fan favourite for years to come. Photo: Julian Finney