Southampton boss Ivan Juric has heaped praise on Nigerian international Paul Onuachu following his impressive performance against Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.

The Saints lost 3-2 to the high-flying Nuno Espirito Santo's side at the City Ground, with Onuachu scoring a stoppage-time consolation for the away side.

It was the former KRC Genk striker's first Premier League goal for the Saints.

Despite the defeat, Juric singled out the lanky Super Eagles striker for praise.

“I think Paul has quality,” Juric said in his post-match reaction.

“He wants to score, he is a fighter. This is the quality, and I want players with quality. I think Paul can give us a lot.”