Benayoun impresses during Rangers trial

Harry Redknapp says he has been impressed by Yossi Benayoun since the Israeli’s arrival at QPR on trial.

Benayoun, without a club since leaving Chelsea when his contract ended during the summer, began training with Rangers last week.

And Redknapp believes the 33-year-old, who wants an 18-month deal and is keen to return to London, looks sharp despite his lack of match fitness.

QPR manager Harry Redknapp
Redknapp wants to add to his squad

“He’s just a smashing footballer,” Redknapp said.

“I tried to sign him when I was at Tottenham and have always enjoyed watching him play – he’s one of those players.

“He played at Chelsea, Arsenal and West Ham so he can’t be a bad player, but he’s just training at the moment and we’ll see what happens.

“I’ve never discussed contracts or anything. I spoke to him, invited him in to train and he’s come in and joined in with the group.”

QPR’s development side play Reading on Tuesday, giving Redknapp a potential opportunity to see Benayoun in action.

But the R’s boss said: “I don’t need to see him play in a game. I’ve seen him play so many times and know what he can do.

“He’s never going to be unfit because he’s such a slim lad. Getting fit won’t be a problem for him. He hasn’t got to lose any weight.”

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