Sky Sports pundit impressed as Chelsea unleash new boy who looks a real player

Chelsea new signing Pep Chavarria has impressed Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson after producing an influential performance in the Blues’ emphatic 5-1 victory over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge.

According to a report by Football London on Saturday, 10 October, 2026, the 28-year-old caught Merson’s attention with an excellent assist for Joao Pedro’s goal during Chelsea’s dominant Premier League display.

Chavarria created the opportunity with an overlapping run down the left before delivering a dangerous ball across the penalty area for Pedro to finish.

Reacting to the goal on Sky Sports’ Soccer Saturday, Merson praised the quality of the move and the new signing’s contribution.

“Brilliant ball by Chavarria, what a signing this kid is. Looks a real player!” the former Arsenal midfielder said.

The assist highlighted Chavarria’s attacking qualities as Chelsea returned to action in impressive fashion following the international break.

Xabi Alonso’s side made a fast start against Bournemouth, scoring twice within three minutes through Jordan Henderson and Morgan Rogers to establish early control.

Chelsea continued to threaten and eventually secured a convincing victory, with Pedro and Henderson among the players who added to the scoreline.

Henderson was particularly influential, scoring twice and providing an assist in a performance that helped Chelsea rediscover their attacking rhythm.

However, the result also came after a difficult spell for Alonso’s team. Chelsea had gone three matches without a win before the international break, including a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Brentford.

Their latest performance offered a response to those struggles, although questions remain over whether their attack-minded approach can deliver consistent results throughout the campaign.

Conceding from a corner after establishing a three-goal advantage also exposed a defensive weakness that Alonso will want his players to address.

For Chavarria, Merson’s positive assessment provides an encouraging start as he seeks to establish himself at Stamford Bridge.

His ability to create chances from wide areas could prove valuable as Chelsea look to maintain their attacking threat in the coming weeks.

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