Crystal Palace manager Alan Pardew admits he was delighted when midfielder Mile Jedinak decided to stay with the club.

The Australian international was a strong target for Stoke City late in the summer transfer window following the arrival of Yohan Cabaye at Selhurst Park.

Jedinak has gone from influential captain to bit-part player for the Eagles but Pardew is thrilled he remains part of his improving squad.

"Mile is a massive character and player for this football club," Pardew added.

"He's a first-team player who's not playing so I think it's only fair to him that we're honest when bids come in to give him the option.

"There was a bid accepted by the board here out of respect really, whether it was right for Mile and that decision to stay was made by Mile and we're happy with that."