Adel Taarabt ready for a new start at QPR following arrival of Mark Hughes

The Moroccan midfielder had struggled to impose himself on the Premier League under Neil Warnock but hopes to have a new lease of life with the Welshman at the helm

7 Feb 2012 22:42:00

By Ryan Benson

More On :  QPR, Adel Taarabt, Mark Hughes

QPR midfielder Adel Taarabt believes the appointment of Mark Hughes has offered him a new start at Loftus Road and the chance to show what he is capable of.

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The Morocco international inspired Neil Warnock’s Rangers to promotion from the Championship last season, finding the net 19 times in the league and adding a further 16 assists, and he was continuously linked with a move away during the summer.

However, a transfer failed to materialise and he remained at Loftus Road for the current Premier League season, and although the 22-year-old is yet to score a goal in the league this season, he feels his luck may be changing with Hughes in charge.

Speaking to QPR Player, Taarabt said: "He's [Hughes] a great manager.

"He told me, 'You're a fantastic player and I am here to get you on the ball and we want to play football'.

"The last couple of months was disappointing for me because I didn't show what I know I can do.

"But now, a new manager and a new start for me."

QPR travel to Blackburn on Saturday as they look to end a run of three matches without a win following two losses and a draw in all competitions.

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