New QPR boss Neil Critchley hopes to keep Manchester United loanee Ethan Laird for the rest of the season.

The Red Devils might want the 21-year-old as back up for Diogo Dalot if they sell Aaron Wan-Bissaka in January.

But Critchley insists the progress of former England Under-19 star Laird would be best served with the Championship promotion hopefuls.

He said: “Ethan has having a fantastic season here and playing every single week.

“I am sure Manchester United will be happy with Ethan and the way he's been playing and his development."