Uwe Huenemeier has been praised for his contribution to Albion's success amid a report linking him with QPR.

Rangers are interested in the 32-year-old German central defender to replace Nedum Onuoha, according to West London Sport.

Huenemeier is out of contract in the summer.

Manager Chris Hughton said: "There's nothing I can say about that at the moment. That's news to me (QPR link).

"It's been very difficult for Uwe, this season and last season, to get the games he would like, simply because of the form of Lewis Dunk and Shane Duffy, and neither of them have gone through a spell of injury.

"They have very much cemented their place but Uwe, from the moment he came, has been excellent for us. He trains well every single day, he is a valued member of the club because it's not just about the eleven that play but the squad and good training groups.

"What ever happens with Uwe he has been wonderful for me personally and for this club."