02/01/2012 10:30, Report by Nick Coppack
Macheda joins QPR on loan
Federico Macheda has joined Queens Park Rangers on loan until the end of the season.The 20-year-old Italian striker, who has made just six first-team appearances for United this term, will hope to become a regular under R's manager Neil Warnock as the West London club strive to stay in the Barclays Premier League.
Macheda will wear the no.33 shirt at Loftus Road and told QPR's official website that he's determined to make his mark at the club.
"I was attracted by the challenge and by the players that QPR brought in during the summer," Macheda said.
“There are some very big players at the club now and I am really looking forward to training and playing with them. I also know the fans are very, very passionate, and this interested me also.”
Rangers boss Warnock was delighted to secure Macheda's services but stressed his belief that Macheda's long-term future lies with Manchester United.
"This is a great opportunity for both parties. Federico is not getting a regular game at United quite obviously because of the quality of the squad they’ve got," Warnock said.
“Everybody in the league is in envy of what Sir Alex has there, but what he is trying to do is get Federico some game time in the Premier League. I am sure he is still a part of their future plans.
“I believe this can really work for us because he is positive and always in and around the box. He can finish too.
“He puts defenders under pressure, he’s a strong lad and he’s got a yard of pace as well. If we can get him the ball in the right areas I am sure he can get us a few goals. It’s a great way for us to start the January transfer window."
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