Official: A.Pardew will manage "Crystal Palace" club.

"Newcastle" club has confirmed that Alan Pardew is saying goodbye to the "Magpies" and officially moving to London to coach the "Crystal Palace" footballers.

The 53-year-old strategist has signed a three and a half year contract with the "Crystal Palace" club. This club is already familiar to A. Pardew, as he spent four years (1987-1991) as a player there.

"It has been a privilege to coach the 'Newcastle' club. I want to thank my captain Fabricio Coloccini and the other players. I also want to thank the fans, who have been with us for the past four years," said A. Pardew.

Although titles with the "Newcastle" team eluded him, in the 2011-12 season he was recognized as the best coach of the season.