Some of Real Madrid's top youngsters could be on their way to Queens Park Rangers thanks to a friendship between Flavio Briatore and the Spanish club's president.

Ramon Calderon was the Rangers co-owner's guest for their 3-2 win over Blackpool at Loftus Road last month, and QPR are looking to establish links between the clubs.

A Rangers source said: "QPR won't be getting the likes of Ruud van Nistelrooy or Raul in any loan deals, but they could get others who might fit the bill.

"Madrid's facilities are among the best in the world, so maybe some of our youth players might benefit from a training spell there as well.

"Calderon is a big F1 fan, which is how he knows Flavio."

Any Spanish imports would be joining a club who are on the verge of great things, according to manager Luigi De Canio.

The Italian, whose team are unbeaten in seven games, said: "The spirit of the squad is excellent. We need to become a team that is hard to beat, and we are making great strides."