Rangers miss out as Huenemeier’s return to Germany is confirmed

Uwe Huenemeier will return to his native Germany when his Brighton contract expires this summer, it has been confirmed.

QPR wanted the 32-year-old centre-back but Huenemeier had indicated that he was keen to return home rather than stay in England.

He will rejoin SC Paderborn, the club he left to join Brighton three years ago.

Brighton manager Chris Hughton told the Seagulls’ website: “Uwe has been an outstanding player and professional for this club since the day he arrived, and while we are very sorry that he will leave us this summer, we completely understand his desire to play regularly.”