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Mark Jackson backs fellow ex-Leeds United man Max Dean for a 'bright future' after first senior goal

Mark Jackson has tipped former Leeds United striker Max Dean to have a big long-term impact at MK Dons after scoring his first senior goal.

Dean climbed off the bench to add the Dons' second goal in the 91st minute as they prevailed 2-0 over Bristol Rovers at the Memorial Stadium.

That win keeps MK Dons one-point clear of the League One relegation zone, and was Jackson's third victory since he switched from Leeds to the Stadium MK in December.

Dean joined MK Dons from Leeds during the January transfer window, and Jackson has backed the 18-year-old to enjoy a 'bright future' at the club.

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“Signing Max went a bit under the radar but I had a feeling he would hit the ground running and I know that he’ll have a big impact at the club in the long-term," Jackson said after the game.

“I’ve known Max since he left Everton at the age of 16 and I worked closely with him in my coaching days with Leeds and knew he’d come good for us.

“I like his character and he’s got plenty of hunger and I know that he’ll score goals when he’s on the pitch. It’s not easy changing clubs when you’re so young, but he’s fitted in well and all the lads have a lot of respect for him because of his work-rate and his ability.

“Max has got a very bright future and I’m looking forward to working with him and he’ll add to the competition for places we need to push up the table."

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