LAFC announced today that defender Niko Hämäläinen has returned to English side Queen Park Rangers following the conclusion of his six-month loan with LAFC.

“We would like to thank Niko for his contributions to our Club during the first half of the season, and wish him great success moving forward,” said EVP & General Manager John Thorrington.

Hämäläinen appeared in three games for the Black & Gold, with his only start coming in the 1-0 loss against Vancouver Whitecaps FC on April 17. The 22-year-old registered his only assist for LAFC during the Club’s 2-1 victory over Real Salt Lake on March 23.