It is a move that is likely to infuriate the Walsall fans who will be watching in pubs and homes.
It could be a lucky charm however, Merson covered Walsall's 1-0 League Cup defeat of Plymouth Argyle. He was also at Bescot for our 5-0 hammering of Peterborough United. A series of events that saw the Walsall faithfull sing - " Merson, what's the score. Merson, Merson, what's the score".