Alan Pardew given permission to talk to Crystal Palace

Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew has been given permission to talk to Crystal Palace about their vacant managerial position.

The 53-year-old has been strongly linked with a move to the Eagles, and it was reported earlier today that he was close to being appointed.

"Crystal Palace have offered compensation at a level whereby Alan has now been permitted to speak to them," a statement on Newcastle's website revealed.

"As a result of this development today (Monday), Alan will not be at training on Tuesday. Training will be the responsibility of assistant manager John Carver.

"The Club will make a further announcement in due course."

It has not yet been confirmed the amount that Palace will have to pay for Pardew's services.