Although the decision whether or not to dock QPR points at the upcoming FA hearing into the transfer of Alejandro Faurlin has yet to be made, Hoops boss Neil Warnock has already drawn up a shortlist of players who he believes will prepare the R's for Premier League survival, in their first top flight campaign since 1995/6.
Top of the list is Wolves utility man Stephen Ward. The Irishman was signed from Bohemians in January 2007 for a mere €150,000 and has shown his versatility with displays as a striker, on the left of midfield and latterly as a left-back. However, he has a love-hate relationship with the Molineux faithful and is thought to be keen on a fresh start elsewhere. A close pal of Ward told us: "Stephen has really enjoyed his time at Wolves but feels that it's time to move on now before it starts getting really nasty. He has a chance of breaking into the Ireland team but that isn't going to happen while his own fans are booing him."
Wanderers supremo Mick McCarthy is a huge fan of the player and would be unlikely to be willing to part with him cheaply. However, a transfer request from the Dubliner may sway his mind and a bid in the region of £2m may well persuade Mick that a parting of the ways is best for all concerned. Warnock has earmarked Ward to be his first choice left back next season, to replace veteran Clint Hill.
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