Fery narrowly missed out on a seeding on the US Open, that are given to the highest 32 gamers, leaving him weak to drawing one of many main stars in New York.
Musetti, who is a wonderful returner and slick mover, should be counted among the many title favourites in a large open males’s draw.
1 / 4-finalist in New York final 12 months, the 24-year-old has gone a step additional at each the French Open and Wimbledon within the latest seasons, and reached the Australian Open final eight in January.
A thigh harm dominated him out of the French Open and Wimbledon, however he has confirmed indicators of rediscovering his greatest stage in latest runs to the Washington and Cincinnati quarter-finals.
“Some weeks you get good draws, some weeks you get tougher draws – it is how it is,” stated Fery.
“I missed out by one spot on a seeded position and then I draw the 13th seed – it’s a bit unfortunate but some things go your way and some things don’t.
“I nonetheless really feel I’ve my probabilities in that match-up if I put together and play nicely.”
Whatever happens against Musetti, it will be intriguing to see how Fery fares over the coming months given his new-found status.
There has already been plenty of discussion about whether the 5ft 9in Londoner’s stature will be a limiting factor on an ATP Tour where taller players tend to thrive.
“I do not suppose Arthur’s peak has to be one thing which we sit right here and fear about,” says Michael Bourne, the Lawn Tennis Association’s performance director.
“He has nice ball velocity – whether or not off the bottom or from the serve, he is an incredible decision-maker and an excellent athlete.
“He’s earned the right for us not to put a ceiling on him. He’s a talented young man and there is a lot to be excited about – let’s see how far he can go.”