Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew is delighted with the squad they're building.

Pardew is adamant that his chances of lifting silverware are more realistic than they have been at any time during his tenure to date.

The 51-year-old said: "For sure. I have got a better team - that helps - and better players, some great players.

"There are eight teams left (in the Europa League) and I don't think they are any better than us, so we have got a chance.'