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‘Fantastic gesture’, ‘Disgusting’ – Contrasting reactions from these QPR fans to financial update

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Queens Park Rangers confirmed yesterday that they have reached an agreement with their squad that will see the players take a 25% wage deferral over the next three months.

As had been feared, the financial implications of the football stopping have been felt, with clubs up and down the country making plans to cope, with Leeds United and Birmingham City two of the first to act in the Championship. And, the R’s have followed suit, with the players agreeing a temporary reduction for the next 12 weeks, although they will be paid back further down the line.

It had previously been reported that the hierarchy at the Kiyan Price Foundation Stadium wanted the players to take a 50% deferral but that was rejected by the players, with further talks taking place before yesterday’s decision.

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Despite the club CEO praising the players, the update brought a mixed response from the fans. Some recognised it as a generous move from the group, yet others felt it wasn’t enough considering they will get this money back. Here we look at some of the comments…

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