QPR have agreed to release goalkeeper Julio Cesar, with the player set to sign for Portuguese side Benfica.





The Brazilian, who was contracted until June 2016, has left Loftus Road by mutual consent with immediate effect.





The 34 year-old joined QPR on a free transfer in August 2012, going on to make 27 starts in all competitions.





The club would like to thank Julio for his services to QPR and wish him all the best for the future.



