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Post by RoryTheRanger on Jan 26, 2012 11:06:45 GMT
Welcome to QPR Nedum Onouha.
4 and a half year deal
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Post by maudesfishnchips on Jan 26, 2012 11:08:23 GMT
bang on
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Post by Macmoish on Jan 26, 2012 11:08:25 GMT
4 1/2 Years: Not since the days of Pat Agyemang and some others!
Welcome
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Post by Macmoish on Jan 26, 2012 11:09:33 GMT
QPR OFFICIAL SITE EXCLUSIVE: R'S SWOOP FOR ONUOHA Posted on: Thu 26 Jan 2012 Queens Park Rangers Football Club is delighted to confirm the signing of versatile defender Nedum Onuoha. The 25 year-old has penned a four-and-a-half year deal, after Rangers agreed an undisclosed fee with Manchester City for his services. Onuoha - who has made 21 starts for England Under-21's - becomes Mark Hughes's second signing as QPR boss, following the recent addition of Taye Taiwo from AC Milan. Hughes - who worked with Onuoha in his spell as City Manager - told http://www.qpr.co.uk: "Nedum is a player I know very well. Article continues Advertisement "He did very well for me at Manchester City and played a number of games, probably more than under any other Manager. "He is very versatile. He can play centre back or right back, and has good pace. He is a very good addition to the squad." Hughes added: "It's important that we are able to attract good players here. "Nedum had other options but his experience with myself and the other guys here was a big factor in why he has come to us. I am pleased about that." Onuoha has clocked up 148 professional appearances to date, scoring six goals, including a memorable goal of the season contender against Chelsea whilst on loan at Sunderland last season. He said: "This was the right time for me to join a Club like QPR. "The Manager obviously played a massive factor in my decision to come here. I've worked with him before and he always wants players around him who are open and honest. "He wouldn't have come here if he didn't believe that there was a squad of players here that can achieve the goals he has. "The ambition of the owners was really appealing. "This is my Club now and I'll give everything to help us succeed." Onuoha could be in line to make his QPR debut in our FA Cup fourth round tie against Chelsea on Saturday.' www.qpr.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10373~2589341,00.html |
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Post by Macmoish on Jan 26, 2012 11:10:12 GMT
Versatile?! QPR OFFICIAL SITE HUGHES: 'NEDUM'S VERSATILITY KEY' Posted on: Thu 26 Jan 2012 Mark Hughes says that new signing Nedum Onuoha's versatility played a big part in bringing the defender to Loftus Road. The 25 year-old put pen-to-paper on a four-and-a-half year deal from Manchester City this morning (Thursday), after QPR agreed an undisclosed fee with the Barclays Premier League leaders for his services. Hughes knows the Nigerian-born ace only too well, having managed Onuoha during his reign as City boss. And, speaking exclusively to www.qpr.co.uk, the now-R's gaffer said: "Nedum is a player I know well. "He did very well for me at Man City and played a number of games, probably more than under any other Manager. "He is very versatile. He can play centre-back or right-back, and has good pace. He is a very good addition to the squad. "I think he is more than competent in both positions. As a centre-back, he is strong and quick, and he can attack the ball. In the full-back position, he can get forward and use his pace in wider areas, so he's a great player for us to have. He offers versatility, which I like." Hughes also added that Onuoha has an eye for the spectacular, but insists he brought the stopper to W12 for his ability to defend, first and foremost. "On occasions he will shock you and go on a mazy and score - like he did for Sunderland against Chelsea (last season)," he continued. "But first and foremost he is here for his defensive capabilities. "It's important that we are able to attract good players. Nedum had other options but his experience with myself and the other guys here was a big factor in why he has come to us. I am pleased about that." The Rangers boss also said that the prospect of First Team football was another key factor in bringing the defender to QPR. "He is a young man who needs to get back on track and start playing games," said Hughes. "We will reap the benefits of that because he is a determined individual who wants to be a fixture in the side if he can. "Both he and Taye (Taiwo) are similar in that they have come here because they want to play regular football. And I think that's important. "When you bring players into the squad you want them to be hungry and ready to make an impact. "Both these players are good guys who are desperate to do well." www.qpr.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10373~2589409,00.html |
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Post by Macmoish on Jan 26, 2012 11:11:25 GMT
QPR Official Site NEDUM ONUOHA: IN PROFILE Posted on: Thu 26 Jan 2012 A graduate of the Manchester City Academy, Nedum Onuoha signed his first professional contract with the Blues in November 2004. Then 18, the teenager signed a pro-deal just weeks after making his full debut in the 2-1 Carling Cup defeat at the hands of Arsenal. Onuoha made his first start in the top-flight in the win over Portsmouth in November of that year playing at right-back in place of the suspended Danny Mills. He earned an international call up to the England Under-20s for their friendly against Russia at the Valley and scored in the opening five minutes of the game. Onuoha was called into England Under-21 squad in the 2005/06 season and made his debut as a substitute against Poland. Thereafter, he was a regular fixture in City's First Team squad and at Under-21 level for England. Thigh and knee injuries restricted the defender's availability at the start of Mark Hughes' reign in 2008/09, but after regaining full fitness he established himself as first choice clocking up 20 Premier League starts. His reward for an excellent season was a new, five-year contract, signed in July 2009. However, despite signing that new deal, Onuoha's opportunities were restricted upon Roberto Mancini's arrival in Manchester, with the defender starting just seven matches in the 2009/10 season. With appearances few and far between, Onuoha was sent out on loan to Sunderland last season and made 32 appearances in all competitions, scoring arguably one of the goals of the season against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, in a 3-0 victory for the Mackems. Onuoha returned to the Etihad Stadium this term, but again found opportunities limited, making just two Carling Cup appearances and one substitute's appearance in the Premier League. www.qpr.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10373~2588314,00.html |
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Post by nomar on Jan 26, 2012 11:11:34 GMT
Quality signing.
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Post by sharky on Jan 26, 2012 11:14:59 GMT
As we say in OZ. On ya haha Onouha!!
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Post by RoryTheRanger on Jan 26, 2012 11:17:36 GMT
Interesting to note he hasn't been given a squad number yet. We have 27 and 29 available. Taiwo got 34 I think.
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Post by Jon Doeman on Jan 26, 2012 11:18:37 GMT
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Post by andygg on Jan 26, 2012 11:21:51 GMT
;D Surely he cant be worse than Zelic.  |
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Post by jjqpr on Jan 26, 2012 11:25:20 GMT
awesome news!!!! ;D ;D ;D we're in danger of having a good defence at this rate!!!
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Post by NZ Ranger on Jan 26, 2012 11:33:51 GMT
Awesome news. Let's hope we have a midfielder & striker on the cards. 5 days to go? Would this news mean Samba is now off the cards?
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Post by cpr on Jan 26, 2012 11:39:27 GMT
Time for a lap of Ohuoha !!! ;D  |
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Post by gibraltar on Jan 26, 2012 11:51:11 GMT
_____________Kenny_____________
Young__Onuaha__Ferdinand___Taiwo
Philips__Barton____Buzsáky___Traore
______Helguson__Campbell________
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Post by kempton ranger on Jan 26, 2012 11:52:56 GMT
What was all the panicking about.
Here they come lads and lasses onwards and upwards.
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Post by mikehunt on Jan 26, 2012 12:12:29 GMT
_____________Kenny_____________ Young__Onuaha__Ferdinand___Taiwo Philips__Barton____Buzsáky___Traore ______Taraabt_______ .............Defoe Fixed. |
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Post by jjqpr on Jan 26, 2012 12:13:37 GMT
_____________Kenny_____________ Young__Onuaha__Ferdinand___Taiwo Philips__Barton____Buzsáky___Traore ______Taraabt_______ .............Defoe Fixed. Looks better! thought there was a typo in there somewhere   |
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Post by mikehunt on Jan 26, 2012 12:15:30 GMT
sorry, i always do it.  i do know the correct spelling, i promise.  |
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Post by gibraltar on Jan 26, 2012 12:19:37 GMT
Taarabt isn't back, so can't choose him.
And Defoe isn't signed... yet
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Post by eskey8 on Jan 26, 2012 12:22:07 GMT
Very excited about Taiwo and Traore on the left. Young has been very good this season so I agree with Onuoha starting mainly CB.
I think we defo still need another in the centre of midfield, one good game from Buzz isnt enough in my opinion, and JB likes the odd booking!!
A decent Striker is still required.
So just 2 more (CM and S) signings and I will be very happy.
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Post by Zamoraaaah on Jan 26, 2012 12:40:03 GMT
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Post by kilburnhoop on Jan 26, 2012 12:55:16 GMT
Great signing for the club and welcome to the bush. Always knew wed make the signings, dont do sky or hearsay. Another big signing due later today or tomm.
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Post by gramps on Jan 26, 2012 12:57:31 GMT
Just watched the interview with Onouha. Speaks well and I liked his confidence. Nice to hear him say at the end "This is MY club now".
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Post by kilburnhoop on Jan 26, 2012 13:05:52 GMT
I hope klr doesnt find out hes on 40k a week, be on the hit list |
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Post by klr on Jan 26, 2012 13:09:13 GMT
Barring injury's think that is our defence pretty much sorted or at least enough to get us over the line.
What a difference a couple of weeks make.
Young Onuoha Ferdinand Taiwo
Taarabt Barton Buzsaky Traore
That does sound very exciting
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Post by klr on Jan 26, 2012 13:09:35 GMT
I hope klr doesnt find out hes on 40k a week, be on the hit list Bargain! |
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Post by klr on Jan 26, 2012 13:10:08 GMT
Starting to sound quite strong arent we ?!
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Post by kilburnhoop on Jan 26, 2012 13:13:37 GMT
I hope klr doesnt find out hes on 40k a week, be on the hit list Bargain! ;D
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Post by superckat on Jan 26, 2012 13:18:51 GMT
Haven't seen much of the players we've signed. So can't get too excited until seeing the how they cope wearing the hoops. The player I'm really hoping we get is Pienaar from Spurs. If we get him it might get my excitiement juices flowing a bit.
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