Steve Harper extending Brighton & Hove Albion stay

Newcastle United have allowed goalkeeper Steve Harper to extend his loan deal with Championship side Brighton & Hove Albion.

The 36-year-old, who originally joined the Seagulls for a month, will now remain at the Amex Stadium until the end of December.

"It is benefiting both parties," said Newcastle manager Alan Pardew. "We both had big games at the weekend."

Harper signed for the Magpies in 1993 but has had several loan spells away from the club.