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Queens Park Rangers have looked at the possibility of signing Montpellier HSC’s Khalil Fayad this summer. Last summer, the UK press reported the Championship side’s desire to sign the 22-year-old. In July 2025, the French media were quick to dismiss those links to QPR and even labelled it as ‘fake news’. The midfielder didn’t join QPR or any other club and finished the season with the Ligue 2 side. Last season, he played 966 minutes from 24 matches, managing a goal and an assist. QPR abandon signing Mohamed Toubache-Ter, who dismissed the London club’s interest a year ago, has come up with a fresh update on QPR. He took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to report that Julien Stéphan’s side ‘give up’ on signing the Frenchman. Toubache-Ter provides no further explanation why the English club have decided to rule out Khalil Fayad, especially since Montpellier HSC are keen to get rid of him this summer. Opportunity for summer deal Allez Paillade, an outlet dedicating their coverage on the French club, relays Mohamed Toubache-Ter’s report and shares their own take. Montpellier HSC faced a severe financial crisis in 2025, forcing owner Laurent Nicollin to take drastic measures. Their current economic situation doesn’t allow them to carry out new signings. The Ligue 2 side have to offload some of their players before bringing in new faces to the club. They have made Khalil Fayad available in the market, and he is also keen on leaving the club this summer. The initial track that was leading to the English club is now closed. The Championship side have been presented an opportunity to sign him, but QPR, after showing interest, have abandoned this track. This won’t please Montpellier, who have to get rid of Fayad in this window, to avoid taking a financial hit. He is in his final year of contract, and Transfermarkt him at €1.5m. It’s vital they find a new club soon to avoid losing him for free in 2027. Key transfer points - In July 2025, the UK press reported QPR’s interest - French media quickly dismissed it as fake news - A year later, Montpellier and Fayad both keen on transfer - QPR show interest, before giving up on player