Queens Park Rangers manager, Harry Redknapp, has confirmed that French internationals Loic Remy and Yann M’Vila, are close to signing for the London club.
Remy has already undergone a medical on Tuesday, after snubbing Newcastle United and is set to complete his £10 million move from Marseille before Friday, to enable him make his debut against West Ham on Saturday.
“Remy had a medical today and the personal stuff is all sorted. I watched him so many times when I was at Tottenham. The fee then was around about £20 million. He’s a good buy for us. It’s all done, all sorted,” Redknapp said after the FA Cup victory over West Brom on Tuesday.
“I didn’t think we’d get him. I went to see him at Marseille last week and he wasn’t keen but the chairman Tony Fernandes worked ever so hard. He wouldn’t give up and the boy decided to come.
“He’s quick, a French international, his movement is excellent and he has the potential to be a real star in the Premier League. Newcastle United wanted him and Graham Carr (chief scout) doesn’t make too many mistakes. Graham’s got good judgement.”
Remy will reportedly earn between £80,000 and £110,000 a week, with his mega deal containing clauses that would allow him leave if the club is relegated.
Rennes midfielder M’Vila, is also on the verge of signing for the Rs, after the two clubs agreed a fee.
“I also liked M’Vila when I was at Tottenham,” Redknapp added. “He’s 22, played against England a couple of years ago for France, and was fantastic.
“They (Rennes) turned down £28 million from an English club for him a year ago. Spurs offered £15 million for him in August. The deal looks okay. M’Vila’s had a few off-the-field problems. If he behaves himself, and plays as we know he can, he’ll do well.”
