QPR vs Lincoln injury news: Lloyd out and House suspended ahead of Loftus Road clash

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QPR vs Lincoln injury news leaves both clubs with attacking decisions before Saturday’s Championship match at Loftus Road. Rangers are without Alfie Lloyd and Rumarn Burrell, while Lincoln striker Ben House serves a one-match suspension.

The visitors are hopeful of welcoming players back, with Mikkel Ladefoged, Ethan Wheatley and Conor McGrandles in contention to return. None should yet be treated as a confirmed starter.

Kick-off is at 3pm UK time on Saturday 7 November.

QPR injury news: Alfie Lloyd faces lengthy absence

Lloyd suffered a hamstring injury after coming off the bench in QPR’s 4-1 defeat at Southampton. Head coach Julien Stéphan has indicated that the forward could struggle to play again before the end of 2026.

“It will probably be difficult for him to come back before the end of the year,” Stéphan said, as reported by Hayters via LiveScore.

The assessment points to an extended absence, although QPR have not announced a specific comeback date.

Madsen, Burrell and Lamptey remain unavailable

Nicolas Madsen, Rumarn Burrell and Tariq Lamptey are expected to return after the November international break rather than for Lincoln’s visit.

Amadou Mbengue is also unavailable following an ACL injury. Jake Clarke-Salter missed the Burnley game and remains a fitness doubt ahead of Saturday.

There is more encouraging news on Richard Koné. Despite appearing to struggle physically during the 1-1 draw with Burnley, the striker is expected to be available, according to Sports Mole’s pre-match team news.

QPR player	Status against Lincoln
Alfie Lloyd	Out – hamstring injury
Amadou Mbengue	Out – ACL injury
Nicolas Madsen	Out – return anticipated after the international break
Rumarn Burrell	Out – return anticipated after the international break
Tariq Lamptey	Out – return anticipated after the international break
Jake Clarke-Salter	Doubtful
Richard Koné	Expected to be available

Lincoln City injury news: Three possible returns

Lincoln head coach Chris Cohen is hopeful Ladefoged can rejoin the travelling squad after the striker missed Tuesday’s defeat at Watford while following concussion protocols.

Wheatley has returned to training following his own spell on the sidelines. McGrandles is another possible addition after missing the Birmingham and Watford matches with a knee problem.

The Linc’s report from Cohen’s pre-match update confirms that McGrandles has been back on grass, but his availability remains unsettled.

An earlier scan offered reassurance. Cohen told The Stacey West that it had not revealed significant damage to the midfielder’s knee.

That is encouraging for his recovery, but it does not establish that he is ready to start at Loftus Road.

Ben House suspension adds to Lincoln’s selection problems

House is unavailable after collecting his fifth yellow card of the Championship season at Watford. He serves a one-game ban, separate from Lincoln’s injury concerns.

Tendayi Darikwa and Mason Melia also remain listed as injured absentees in the pre-match reporting.

Lincoln player	Status against QPR
Ben House	Suspended – five yellow cards
Tendayi Darikwa	Out – injured
Mason Melia	Out – injured
Mikkel Ladefoged	Possible return after concussion protocols
Ethan Wheatley	Back in training; availability to be confirmed
Conor McGrandles	Possible return following knee injury

What the absences mean for QPR vs Lincoln

Analysis: Koné’s expected availability is important for QPR with Lloyd and Burrell missing. Stéphan has fewer alternatives in attack, making the balance between selecting his strongest side and managing players’ fitness particularly important.

Lincoln’s options depend on their final assessments. House’s suspension creates a definite vacancy, but neither a return to training nor an optimistic injury update guarantees that Ladefoged or Wheatley can immediately play a full match.

McGrandles would add another midfield option if cleared. Until the teams are announced, Lincoln’s potential returns remain possibilities rather than confirmed changes.

QPR host Lincoln at Loftus Road at 3pm on Saturday. Find further team updates and match coverage in our Championship news.

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