Loic Remy is not interested in a move to QPR (Picture: Reuters)

Marseille striker Loic Remy has rebuffed advances from Premier League strugglers QPR, leaving boss Harry Redknapp still on the hunt for a new frontman, as Newcastle step up their pursuit of the Frenchman.

Redknapp travelled to France following his side’s 1-1 draw with West Brom in the FA Cup, but left disappointed, according to reports, after Remy insisted he was not interested in a relegation scrap at Loftus Road.

Redknapp saw the 26-year-old feature in Marseille’s French Cup win over Guingamp, but has seemingly failed to convince Les Bleus international of a switch to west London.

The news means fellow suitors Newcastle are likely to step up their advances, although it’s believed Remy is not particularly keen on a move to St. James’ Park either, despite Marseille’s sporting director Jose Anigo admitting he can leave for the right price.




‘English clubs are looking at our players,’ he said.

‘If a big club comes in for Remy and he is interested, then we will see.

‘His injuries hampered him and saw him miss the Euros. But I think he is back. I can see in training there is a renewed confidence.’

QPR are also tracking Rennes star Yann M’Vila, but will need to improve on their opening bid of £6.5m to secure the 22-year-old’s signature.