Queens Park Rangers have finalised the temporary departure of defender Liam Morrison to Scottish Premiership side Aberdeen, confirming the loan deal that will see the 22-year-old spend the remainder of the 2025/26 campaign at Pittodrie Stadium.
Morrison's Loan Exit from Loftus Road
The centre-back, who joined QPR from Bayern Munich in the summer of 2024, has struggled to secure regular playing time under manager Julien Stephan this season. Morrison made 19 Championship appearances during the 2024/25 campaign under previous boss Marti Cifuentes, playing a valuable squad role during injury crises and enjoying two extended runs in the team.
His most consistent period came during QPR's seven-match unbeaten run in November 2024, where he started every game. However, the defender has found opportunities limited recently, with his last appearance coming against West Brom in December and subsequent exclusion from the last three matchday squads.
In their official statement, QPR confirmed: "The 22-year-old will stay at Pittodrie Stadium for the remainder of the 2025/26 season. Morrison has made 12 Championship appearances for the R's this season. Aberdeen are currently 8th in the Scottish Premiership. They host Livingston this weekend. Best of luck, Liam!"
Charlton Athletic Resist Premier League Interest
Meanwhile, League One club Charlton Athletic are demonstrating their determination to retain promising talent, having rejected a second transfer bid from Premier League side Brighton & Hove Albion for teenage striker Micah Mbick.
Brighton's Pursuit of Mbick
According to reports from The Athletic's David Ornstein, Brighton have seen two offers for the 19-year-old turned down, with the second bid believed to be worth approximately £3.5 million. Mbick, a product of Charlton's youth academy, is currently gaining valuable experience on loan at Colchester United in League Two.
The young forward has impressed during his spell with Colchester, making 19 appearances in the fourth tier and scoring six goals. His development has been closely monitored by both his parent club and potential suitors, with his senior Charlton debut coming in 2023 and including a brief appearance in last summer's League One play-off final against Leyton Orient.
Development Pathway and Future Prospects
Colchester United manager Danny Cowley has been particularly vocal about Mbick's progress, highlighting both his footballing ability and personal character. In October, Cowley remarked: "Micah has done just great – he's an incredible kid. He's a brilliant player but he's an even better human being and we've really enjoyed watching his progress."
Cowley added: "I know that Charlton are really pleased that he's with us and they've seen the progress he's made and they're also respectful that he's made the progress because of the opportunity to play – this is how all young players get better."
The rejection of Brighton's substantial bid indicates Charlton's belief in Mbick's long-term potential and their commitment to developing young talent through appropriate pathways, rather than accepting immediate financial gain.
These parallel transfer stories highlight the different approaches clubs take regarding player development and squad management, with QPR opting to provide Morrison with regular football elsewhere while Charlton demonstrate their resolve to protect their most promising academy products from Premier League poaching.
