QPR players Chair, Kemper, and Lloyd nearing return for Southampton match

Queens Park Rangers head coach Julien Stephan expressed optimism regarding the fitness of several key players ahead of the upcoming match against Southampton. Ilias Chair, Boy Kemper, and Alfie Lloyd are expected to be available for selection following recent injury concerns.

Boy Kemper, who recently returned from an ankle injury, missed some training sessions early in the week after being substituted during the recent 5-0 victory over Swansea City, but Stephan believes the player will be ready by the weekend. Both Ilias Chair and Alfie Lloyd have resumed training, with the manager noting a positive outlook for their involvement.

However, uncertainty remains regarding Jake Clarke-Salter. The defender missed the recent win against Swansea City for undisclosed reasons, and his availability for the trip to the south coast remains unconfirmed.