Gareth Ainsworth is optimistic the capture of new keeper Asmir Begovic will be the first of several fresh faces to join QPR.
Former Everton stopper Begovic signed a 12-month contract at Loftus Road yesterday and is poised to be a regular starter this season following the departure of Seny Dieng to Middlesbrough.
Ainsworth believes Begovic’s capture is a big coup for the Hoops with his addition unlikely to be the last addition to arrive before deadline day.
The manager told QPR’s website: “This is a huge signing for QPR and for me personally.
“People I talk to in the game cannot recommend his professionalism, the way he is around the place and the leadership he’ll bring highly enough.
“Asmir is going to add so much. I’m really looking forward to working with him and the boys are excited for him to come in as well.
“Seny has been magnificent for this football club over the years and hopefully he goes and takes his chance at Middlesbrough.
“Asmir is coming in as our number one and I am hoping he can be the first of many names to join this club for the upcoming season in which I intend to change the whole feeling around the place.
“To have someone with the presence of Asmir Begović walking into the building is brilliant and I want to thank Gavin Ward, Lee Hoos and the board who have all played a massive part in making it happen.”
Meanwhile, Begovic admitted Ainsworth’s personal style had been a big factor in his choice to join the Championship side.
The keeper explained: “He is a straight shooter which I really like, he knows what he wants – hard work and character first and foremost, and those are the sort of things that really appeal to me.
“He has been in management for many years now and he wants to bring the success he’s already achieved to this football club, so I am really excited to be part of his team.”
