Ramsey given three-year deal as QPR boss

QPR have confirmed the appointment of Chris Ramsey as head coach on a permanent basis.

The 53-year-old has been given a three-year contract despite relegated Rangers winning just three of their 14 matches since he was placed at the helm for the rest of the season following the departure of Harry Redknapp.

Having decided not to appoint Tim Sherwood, who later took over at Aston Villa, Tony Fernandes was keen to install Paul Clement – son of QPR legend Dave Clement and currently assistant to Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti – this summer.

However, Ramsey impressed in the role and his cause was championed by director of football Les Ferdinand. The pair are friends and previously worked together at Tottenham along with Sherwood.

“When Chris took over the role we were already in a very difficult position, yet despite our relegation, we as a board have been impressed with the professionalism and attention to detail he has demonstrated since becoming head coach,” Rangers chairman Fernandes said.

“He lives and breathes management and coaching and I am sure he will flourish in this role as we look to bounce back from this season’s disappointments.

“This is a new start for us and one I am confident Chris will relish playing a major part in.”

Ferdinand added: “From the board, to the players, to the staff, Chris has impressed everyone here in his short time in charge.

“His coaching methods and techniques are second to none and with an opportunity to work with his own squad going forward, he is the ideal candidate for the role in terms of our new philosophy of nurturing young talent and promoting from within.

“Rebuilding the club is our first target. If we can make an immediate return to the Premier League then great, but we have to focus on re-establishing the traditions of QPR.

“That will take time, but in Chris we have a man who is relishing the challenge that lies ahead.”

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