Pardew quits Newcastle for Palace

London - Alan Pardew on Saturday was confirmed as
Crystal Palace's new manager after being released
from his contract at Newcastle United.
A statement on Palace's official website read:
"Crystal Palace Football Club is pleased to announce
the appointment of Alan Pardew as the club's new
manager after signing a three-and-a-half-year
contract."
Pardew spent four years in charge of Newcastle, but
he was never a favourite with many of the Tyneside
club's fans and eventually jumped at the chance of
returning to Palace, where he spent four years as a
player.
The 53-year-old replaces Neil Warnock, who was
sacked last Saturday, four months into his second
spell in charge, with Palace third from bottom of the
English Premier League and facing a battle against
relegation.
Pardew, then a blond-haired midfield player, played
for Palace between 1987 and 1991, notably scoring
the winning goal in a 4-3 victory over Liverpool in the
1990 FA Cup semi-finals.
"I am absolutely delighted to be the new manager of
Crystal Palace," said Pardew, who becomes Palace's
fourth permanent manager in less than 18 months.
"Everyone knows my history here. What's important
now is to move the club to the next level.
"I believe with the backing of Steve (Parish) and the
board I can help achieve that and create some new
exciting history for the club."
Palace chairman Parish said: "We wanted a manager
with a great track record and proven experience in
the Barclays Premier League.
"In Alan we have both these things as well as a man
who has great affection for this club and shares my
determination to take us to the next level."
Warnock, 66, returned to Palace following Tony
Pulis's departure on the eve of the campaign, but
was sacked after only six months.
Pulis was named the Premier League's Manager of
the Year for steering Palace clear of relegation last
season, but left in August after falling out with the
club's hierarchy over transfer policy.
He was appointed manager of West Bromwich
Albion earlier this week.
Newcastle, currently 10th in the Premier League
table, were the first to announce Pardew's departure
in a statement that read: "Newcastle United can
confirm that Alan Pardew has been released from
his contract in order to be installed as the new
manager of Crystal Palace."
Assistant coach John Carver and first-team coach
Steve Stone were due to take charge of Newcastle
for their FA Cup third-round game at Leicester City
later on Saturday.
Newcastle added: "The search for a head coach has
begun and an announcement will follow in due
course."
Reflecting on his time at St James' Park, during
which Newcastle finished 12th, fifth, 16th and 10th in
the Premier League, Pardew said: "It's been a
privilege to manage Newcastle United.
"I want to thank my captain, Fabricio Coloccini, and
all the players, John Carver, Steve Stone,
(goalkeeping coach) Andy Woodman and all the
staff, all of whom have been outstanding servants to
Newcastle United.
"A special thanks also goes to the fans for all their
support over the last four years. I must also thank
(owner) Mike Ashley and the board for their
unwavering support during my tenure at the club."

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