FORMER Littleton and Redditch United forward Matt Smith has joined QPR from Fulham for an undisclosed fee believed to be £1million.

The 27-year-old, who was a junior player at Evesham United, put pen to paper on a three-and-a-half year deal at Loftus Road.

Smith counts Oldham Athletic, Leeds United and Bristol City among his former clubs.

QPR manager Ian Holloway said: “I think every team needs a big, strong centre-forward and Matt fits that bill for us.

“He’s hungry, fresh, honest, hard-working and he’s got a massive personality.

“He forces defences into mistakes by his sheer presence, look and size but he’s more than that because when he’s on song and scoring goals there’s so much more to his game. His touch for a big man is absolutely exceptional.

“I’m made up with him joining us. The deal we’ve agreed is sensational value for a player in this window.”

Smith was ineligible to play against Newcastle United last night but could be in line to make his QPR debut against Blackburn Rovers on Saturday.

He said: “QPR is a club with a terrific history and heritage so it’s a big honour for me.

“I’m delighted to be here and want to take this fantastic opportunity with both hands.

“I want to get back playing regularly and help QPR win games.”