New QPR deal for Ephraim

Hogan Ephraim: Rewarded with a new deal by QPR manager Mark Hughes

QPR winger Hogan Ephraim has signed a one-year extension to his contract, keeping him at Loftus Road until 2014.

Ephraim, who joined Rangers in 2007, was a regular in their Championship side but featured just twice in the club's Premier League campaign.

QPR boss Mark Hughes has still offered the former West Ham man a new contract and the 24-year-old is relieved to have some security.

"It's very pleasing to have my future sorted," Ephraim told the club's official website.

"There's been a lot of player movement - both in and out - so I'm happy that I've signed and I know where my future lies.

"The manager has been very good to me ever since he arrived here. He backed me up with a new contract last year and now another one this season.

"Now I'm looking forward to try to force my way into the 25-man squad and stake a claim for a place in the team."

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