Bobby Zamora has again urged QPR to secure Charlie Austin to a new deal.

Austin has 12 goals in 16 games in his first Barclays Premier League campaign.

"As a club, we need to tie him down and get him a new deal," said Zamora. "Without a doubt other clubs will be looking at him and if they're not they're crazy because he can get you that goal.

"He did well for us last year and even though it's been a step up we know what he can do.

"He wasn't scoring wonder-goals, going past four or five people; they're striker's goals, finisher's goals and if you've got that ability, you can do it at any level."

Like Austin, Zamora took the scenic route from non-League to the top flight.

"It's a great route and a great story," added the 33-year-old. "It gives you extra hunger. It's brilliant and I'm pleased for him."