QPR sign midfielder Varane from Sporting Gijon

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Image caption, Jonathan Varane began his career with French club Lens

Queens Park Rangers have signed ball-winning midfielder Jonathan Varane from Spanish club Sporting Gijon for an undisclosed fee.

The 22-year-old Frenchman made 25 appearances for second-tier side Gijon last season, having joined them in 2022.

He is the fifth signing of the summer by Rangers following Paul Nardi, Liam Morrison, Hevertton Santos and Zan Celar.

"I know the style of QPR and I think for me it is a good move to continue my career here," Varane

No details of the length of his contract have been disclosed.

QPR finished 18th in the Championship last season after winning their final three games.

They begin the new campaign on Saturday with a lunchtime home match against West Bromwich Albion.