“I like this” – Leeds United player departs for QPR: The verdict

This article is part of Football League World’s ‘The Verdict‘ series, which provides personal opinions from the FLW writers regarding the latest breaking news, teams, players, managers, potential signings and more…

Queens Park Rangers have signed Tyler Roberts from Leeds United on a season-long loan deal.

The West Londoners fell away from the play-off places rather spectacularly in the Championship last season, with the weakness of their second string being exposed by an injury to Chris Willock.

Bringing in a player like Roberts, who can cover multiple attacking positions. should help that department and hand Michael Beale an exciting younger player to develop.

We gathered the thoughts of a selection of FLW writers to see if they believe the Welshman would be a smart addition for Rangers…

Sam Rourke

I like this.

Roberts needs a fresh start with his game-time limited at Elland Road under Jesse Marsch and a move to QPR looks like a fantastic move for all parties involved.

The Welsh forward is a versatile option for Michael Beale and his R’s side and you envisage him featuring heavily in the starting XI for the London outfit next season, whether that is in a striker role alongside Lyndon Dykes, or tucked in just behind him – or, even out on the flanks where he is comfortable as well.

Roberts has plenty of experience of plying his trade in the Championship whilst also has top-flight experience to boot, so in my eyes this looks like a really solid addition for QPR.

Having the option to buy the player for a reported £4.5m is also a good option for QPR to have as it could prove to be a shrewd deal if he thrives at the Kiyan Prince Foundation Stadium next season.

Simmey Hannifin-Donaldson

This could potentially be a good signing