Summary:
QPR have rejected a bid to sign a new wide-head forward from Wigan Athletic.

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QPR have failed in a bid to swap Matt Phillips for Callum McManaman of Wigan. Phillips has played a bit-part role at the struggling R's so far this season, but was reluctant to drop down a division and wants to stay and fight for his place at Loftus Road instead. The clubs also discussed the possibility of a deal for Shaun Maloney for whom Wigan have already agreed a £1million fee with Leicester. Matt Phillips has rejected a move to Wigan to stay and fight for a first-team place at QPR instead . Wigan Athletic winger Callum McManaman is on QPR's radar . QPR are discussing Standard Liege winger Paul-Jose M'Poku, 22, formerly of Tottenham. The 22-year-old wants a move back to England and his agent has sounded out several Premier League clubs. Harry Redknapp is keen on signing a wide man this month, but may be forced to sell to raise funds for new arrivals.