EXCLUSIVE: Redknapp turns to Ben Haim as defender takes up chance to win QPR move



Tal Ben Haim could become Harry Redknapp's first signing for QPR after being invited to train with the Barclays Premier League strugglers.



The vastly-experienced Israel defender is due at QPR's training ground on Tuesday, as he bids to secure a fresh start with a new club in the next few weeks.



After reaching a settlement with Portsmouth in August, following a dispute over wages, Ben Haim has been without a club and has not played since Israel's 4-0 World Cup qualifying defeat against Russia in September.



Familiar face: Tel Ben Haim (left) could make a Premier League return with QPR

He feels ready to relaunch his career, though, after training with Israeli clubs such as Maccabi Netanya and Bnei Yehuda to keep up his fitness levels.



Should he impress Redknapp with his form and physical condition, the 30-year old could be recruited in the New Year to add his experience and versatility to QPR's survival fight.



He can operate at centre-half, right-back or as sweeper, and his adaptability could prove useful to Redknapp as he tries to plot an escape for a side rooted to the foot of the Premier League.



The QPR manager may face competition from Guangzhou, though, following claims that the Chinese Super League team believe they can persuade Ben Haim to link up with former Blackburn and Everton striker Yakubu at their club after Christmas.



