Alan Pardew warned Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley of coming disaster as early as last summer.

The Daily Mail says although Newcastle's future hinges on the next three games, Ashley was warned about the potential problems at the club by his then manager Pardew last summer.

During Newcastle's tour to New Zealand, Pardew expressed reservations about the squad and warned the executive they would face a relegation battle.

Pardew, now in charge at Crystal Palace, has been proved right after a run of defeats that began when Newcastle lost 1-0 at home to Manchester United on March 4.

Newcastle have not won a game since the 1-0 win over Aston Villa at St James' Park on February 28 and they now face a massive battle for survival.