Alejandro Faurlin is convinced his friend Esteban Granero can make an impact for QPR in the Premier League.

Granero, 27, was one of Rangers’ flagship signings during an ill-fated spending spree two years ago and failed to impress after moving to west London from Real Madrid.

Shipped back to Spain on a season-long loan to Real Sociedad following Rangers’ relegation, the midfielder is back with Harry Redknapp’s side, who are currently in Germany as part of their pre-season campaign.

Sociedad are interested in signing him permanently and talks have taken place between the two clubs, but Granero is keen to prove himself in England.

“Esteban is a great player. If he left now, people would say ‘Maybe he could have been a good Premier League player’,” said R’s star Faurlin.

“We have conversations and I say ‘You need to stay and you need to make sure you play in the Premier League’. For me it’s the best league.

“He’s a great person and a great player and he will play well.”

Granero managed 20 league appearances for Rangers in the top flight.

His first-team prospects could diminish if boss Harry Redknapp is able to sign Norwich’s Leroy Fer.

Rangers have had a bid for the Netherlands international rejected but are considering making an improved offer.

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