Pulis exit shocks Palace players

Crystal Palace caretaker manager Keith Millen says the players have been left shocked and confused by the departure of Tony Pulis.

The club confirmed yesterday that Pulis had left Selhurst Park by mutual consent after reportedly falling out with co-chairman Steve Parish over transfer policy.

Pulis was named Premier League manager of the season just three months ago after leading Palace to survival and an 11th-placed finish.