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Parish praises new Crystal Palace boss Warnock - 'We've found the right person'

Crystal Palace co-chairman Steve Parish has heaped praise on new manager Neil Warnock.

The south London club have confirmed the signing of Warnock on a two-year deal to replace Tony Pulis and Parish says it is a positive piece of news for Palace after a negative beginning to the 2014/15 Premier League season.

"It's not so much about being relieved it's about being happy that we've found the right person," Parish told Sky Sports.

"I've known Neil since the club went into administration. He's someone who's always been helpful to me and offered advice and I think he's a safe pair of hands for us right now.

"He's got unfinished business in the Premier League. As we all know he went down with 38 points which would have kept you up last year and in unfortunate circumstances surrounding that with Sheffield (United in 2007).

"He was out of the relegation zone with QPR (in 2012) when they decided they wanted to go in a different direction so I think he has unfinished business.

"I think he has things he wants to prove to himself. He likes the club, he's got a lot of affection for the fans and it felt a good fit.

"I think it's positive all round for the club and I know that the players will be upbeat at the training ground tomorrow so I'm looking forward to Newcastle (this weekend) now."

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