QPR remain 'in discussions' with Dunne

Queens Park Rangers say they are "in discussions" with Jimmy Dunne over a new contract.

The 27-year-old scored five goals in 49 appearances for the Hoops last season and was voted the club's player of the season by supporters and his teammates.

He was rewarded for his fine form when he made his Republic of Ireland debut against Bulgaria in March.

Dunne was linked with a move to Sheffield United in January but ultimately stayed at Loftus Road and completed the season, with the Rs finishing 15th in the table.

He is now out of contract, and the club say they remain in discussions with the defender, as well as Morgan Fox and midfielders Jack Colback and Lucas Andersen.

QPR announced on Tuesday that left-back Kenneth Paal was leaving the club after making 130 appearances in three years in west London.

Conor Clark, Samuel Manufor, Harry Murphy and Casey Shann will also depart from the development squad.

Who will be in charge of the first team next season is currently unclear, after head coach Marti Cifuentes was placed on gardening leave after losing 5-0 against Burnley in their last home match of the season.