QPR will be targeting another play-off push this term, after flirting with the automatic promotion spots for the majority of the first half of last term under Mark Warburton.

Jon Dahl Tomasson came out on top in the battle of the new managers, in what was a bit of an afternoon to forget for Beale and Rangers.

The Verdict

Paal only managed one goal contribution in 25 Eredivisie appearances last season, and the utility man played in a variety of midfield positions. ]

QPR are not able to compete financially towards the top end of the division, but they are lacking in certain areas of the squad, as we edge towards the closing exchanges of the window.

They still have three loan slots to fill up which could be crucial, with West London usually a fairly attractive place for Premier League clubs to send their players away on a temporary basis.

Beale will be keen to avoid back-to-back defeats when Middlesbrough arrive at Loftus Road next weekend, after Chris Wilder's men began their campaign with a 1-1 draw against West Brom.