Tony Pulis targets prolonged top-flight spell with Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace manager Tony Pulis has targeted a prolonged stay in the Premier League in order for the club to reach its true potential.

The Welshman was named as the LMA Premier League Manager of the Year on Monday night for his work at the Selhurst Park outfit since taking over in November.

"This is a community club, based in the most densely populated area in London and has a great opportunity of pushing forward," Pulis is quoted as saying by The Guardian.

"We've got to stay in the Premier League for the next two or three years to realise what we can eventually achieve. We have to look forward and say this is the way we will go and do it."

Palace finished the season in 11th place.