Paris Saint-Germain have become the latest club to show an interest in QPR's attacking midfielder Adel Taarabt, according to reports in France. QPR player Adel Taarabt has sparked transfer interest from PSG but the deal looks highly unlikely (Getty) QPR player Adel Taarabt has sparked transfer interest from PSG but the deal looks highly unlikely (Getty) Backed by the cash-friendly Qatar Investment Authority and with new sports director Leonardo calling the shots, the Paris-based club is understood to be preparing an offer in the region of £9.8million. However, satisfying the 22-year-old's wage demands could be difficult. The Moroccan magician guided Neil Warnock's team into the Premier League last season, but began rocking the boat when he claimed in French newspaper L'Equipe that Arsenal and Chelsea were tracking him. MORE: QPR transfer news and rumours With the guarantee of top-flight football at Loftus Road, any attempts made by PSG - or any other club - to sign Taarabt could be in vain as he is thought to feel settled in London. Of the promoted Championship teams, QPR are the only side yet to make a signing as pre-season preparations begin. On-loan Newcastle player Wayne Routledge was expected to be made permanent last week, but the deal hit turbulence when the 26-year-old reportedly asked the Magpies to foot the bill for an early contract release. The R's are scheduled to head to Cornwall for a training camp before heading over to Italy to take on Serie A team Atalanta on Saturday July 30th. Read more: http://www.metro.co.uk/sport/footba...saint-germain-but-deal-unlikely#ixzz1QerzdA5F Paris Saint-Germain have become the latest club to show an interest in QPR's attacking midfielder Adel Taarabt, according to reports in France. Related Tags: Adel Taarabt Neil Warnock QPR player Adel Taarabt has sparked transfer interest from PSG but the deal looks highly unlikely (Getty) QPR player Adel Taarabt has sparked transfer interest from PSG but the deal looks highly unlikely (Getty) Backed by the cash-friendly Qatar Investment Authority and with new sports director Leonardo calling the shots, the Paris-based club is understood to be preparing an offer in the region of £9.8million. However, satisfying the 22-year-old's wage demands could be difficult. The Moroccan magician guided Neil Warnock's team into the Premier League last season, but began rocking the boat when he claimed in French newspaper L'Equipe that Arsenal and Chelsea were tracking him. MORE: QPR transfer news and rumours With the guarantee of top-flight football at Loftus Road, any attempts made by PSG - or any other club - to sign Taarabt could be in vain as he is thought to feel settled in London. Of the promoted Championship teams, QPR are the only side yet to make a signing as pre-season preparations begin. On-loan Newcastle player Wayne Routledge was expected to be made permanent last week, but the deal hit turbulence when the 26-year-old reportedly asked the Magpies to foot the bill for an early contract release. The R's are scheduled to head to Cornwall for a training camp before heading over to Italy to take on Serie A team Atalanta on Saturday July 30th. Read more: http://www.metro.co.uk/sport/footba...saint-germain-but-deal-unlikely#ixzz1QerzdA5F
QPR Midfield Ace Set for £9.8m Summer Move Posted on 29 June 2011 150px AdelTaarabtHullCityv.QueensParkRangers29 01 2 Premiership new boys Queens Park Rangers are set to lose their prized asset, creative midfielder Adel Taarabt, with French side Paris St Germain set to make an offer, according to reports in The Metro. Whilst at Tottenham Hotspur, Taarabt had two successful loan spells at QPR, before making his move to Loftus Road permanent in 2010 in a deal worth £1million. Last season the former Moroccan international, was in impressive form and nearly single handily led QPR to automatic promotion by winning the Championship. For the past couple of months Taarabt has claimed a number of top clubs in Spain have been vying for his signature as well as Premiership rivals Chelsea and Arsenal. However with money to spend, since being taken over by Qatar Investment Authority, Paris St Germain are keen on making some summer signings. New sports director Leonardo has pinpointed the 22-year-old flair midfielder as a transfer target and are ready to table an offer of £9.8million for Taarabt. Last season Taarabt made 44 league appearances for the R's and scored 19 goals. Connect with Sportsvibe by joining our social media network. Join the debate to get your voice heard and stay informed with up-to-the-minute news, videos, competitions and articles from the world of sport.
