YOUNG R’s defender Michael Harriman has put pen to paper on a contract extension at Loftus Road.





The 20 year-old right back – currently on loan with League One side Gillingham – has signed a new deal until the summer of 2015.





The Republic of Ireland under-21 international told www.qpr.co.uk: “It’s nice to secure my future here for another year.





“It gives me the confidence to go out and enjoy my football, not worrying about stuff behind the scenes.”





Whilst results at Gillingham have been indifferent so far this season, resulting in a change of manager with Peter Taylor replacing Martin Allen, Harriman is happy with how his own game is progressing with the Gills.





He added: “On a personal note, I’m happy to be playing regularly, I’m enjoying it.





“There are some big teams in League One, the likes of Wolves, Sheffield United and Bristol City, so it’s a great learning experience.





“Hopefully after my loan spell I can return a better player and push on at QPR.”



