Paul Merson has backed new Chelsea signing Nicolas Jackson to take the Premier League by storm next season.

“Nicolas Jackson looks like a great player,” Merson told Sportskeeda. “He’s very lively and direct, and he doesn’t mess about.

“He can score a goal and make a goal as well. He’s linked up very well with Mudryk so far, and both of them have been very impressive in pre-season.

“I’ve been very surprised with Jackson so far. I know it’s only pre-season, but what I’ve seen has been ample.

“He’s a handful, and I’d definitely say that he’s going to surprise people this season.”