Tony Fernandes has given his backing to under-fire QPR boss Harry Redknapp.
The former Spurs manager was believed to be on the brink after a poor run of results, but chairman Fernandes confirmed Redknapp will remain in charge at Loftus Road.
He said: “There’s been a lot of rumours about Harry’s position being under threat, so I thought it was time to end all the speculation, so everyone can focus on the challenge ahead.
“I firmly believe Harry is the best man to get us out of the position we currently find ourselves in.
“He has great experience and having spoken to him at length over the last week or so, he is determined to turn this around and help us maintain our Premier League status.
“This is Harry’s squad of players, so he is the man to move us forward.”
Saturday's 2-0 home defeat against Manchester United extended their winless run to five games and leaves the R's a point adrift of safety.
But Fernandes insists Redknapp is the right man to lead their survival bid.
He added: “The performance against Manchester United showed the players are behind him and that they have the stomach for the fight.
“We know we need to improve our away form and Harry, his coaching staff and the squad will be doing all they can to turn around our fortunes on our travels.
“It’s very tight in the table and we will do our best to strengthen where we can to give us the best possible chance.
“The fans have been brilliant all season and all I ask is that they continue to back Harry and the team.”
