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Queens Park Rangers have released striker Jay Bothroyd as the London side continue preparations for life in the second-tier Championship division.
The 31-year-old had 12 months remaining on a three-year contract, but Rangers, relegated from the Premier League last season, have taken up an option to release him after just two.
Bothroyd moved to Loftus Road in 2011 on a free transfer from Cardiff but failed to impress in the top flight, scoring just three goals in 25 appearances.
Rangers are desperate to trim their squad following relegation to the Championship and Bothroyd is the first of a host of players expected to leave.
He has been linked with Turkish clubs Fenerbahce and Besiktas.
A statement on the club’s website said: “We would like to thank Jay for his contribution and wish him all the best for the future.”
