CRYSTAL Palace have described QPR's announcement that Neil Warnock has been appointed manager at Loftus Road as “premature”.

CRYSTAL Palace have described QPR's announcement that Neil Warnock has been appointed manager at Loftus Road as “premature”.

Administrator at Selhurst Park, Brendan Guilfoyle, has issued a statement claiming the move taking Warnock and his coaching staff to Rangers is yet to be finalised.

“The club is aware of the statement issued by Queens Park Rangers last night,” said Guilfoyle.

“The club believes that this is somewhat premature.

“Discussions are ongoing regarding the release of Neil Warnock and members of his managerial team but these remain subject to agreement of relevant documentation.”