Fitz Hall has revealed his delight at the Board's decision to name Iain Dowie as Luigi De Canio's successor.

The R's defender, who was previously signed by Dowie for both Oldham Athletic and Crystal Palace, told www.qpr.co.uk: "He's a players' Manager and I am sure all the lads here will get on with him. I just hope he still likes me!

"When he was at Palace he was considered the next big thing in terms of management.

"He did incredibly well there to get them promoted through the play-offs, and I am sure he will be a success here."

As excited as Hall is by the arrival of Dowie, the 27 year-old centre-back has warned his team-mates to expect tough sessions when the new campaign gets underway.

"There will be a lot of changes," he said.

"Training will be completely different. It will be far more intense.

"It is going to be hard work, but I'm sure it's going to be a good environment to work in.

"In my opinion he is the man to get us into the Premiership - and that's what we are all working towards."