Need Dating Advice. Don’t have anyone to ask!

Earlier this year I experienced my first break up/relationship and it was life shattering. My ex bf had really bad mental health issues but I fell in love with him regardless. I ended the relationship because it became toxic for me. I cried for months but finally feel better about it. Started dating again and the guys I’ve met have been the worst. Recently, met someone that I had a very strong connection with, I mean STRONG. It’s not sexual but more soulful. We’ve only been talking for about a week and he told me he likes me and I said I like him too. We opened up about our last relationships and we went through the exact same thing, I got so excited about it. We both felt like we’re still in the healing stage and he expressed that he isnt looking for anything serious. I said I felt the same way but the more I talk to him the more I want to be with him. It’s only been a week lmaooo trying so hard not to romanticize things but I can’t help it.

My question is, I obviously have a HUGE crush on him already. Should I continue being friends with him or prob shouldn’t because my feelings might get in the way???

Thank you so your time and advice!!! :)