He can find that pass and he can score a goal – Paul Merson gives verdict on player set to join Chelsea

Paul Merson has offered his thoughts on Chelsea’s summer move for Manchester City star Cole Palmer.

Chelsea have reached an agreement with Manchester City to sign Palmer for a fee believed to be above £40million.

Merson told Sky Sports: “I think he is a good player.

“I thought after the Community Shield, I thought he would get a little bit more time at Man City, the way he came on and scored the goal.

“Yeah, a bit shocked, if I am being honest, a bit shocked, but good signing, good player. He has got a goal about him.

“He’s not so much of a dribbler but he can find that pass and he can score a goal. It’s a good signing.

“I’m pretty shocked, but it just shows you at the moment that Man City don’t think that Chelsea are that much of a threat to them.”