McDonald is a legend at Loftus Road

McDonald had been linked with the manager's job at Glentoran but has accepted an offer to return to the club he spent 17 years with as a player.

Waddock has taken charge after Ian Holloway was put on 'gardening leave'.

"I will now not be the next manager of Glentoran," said McDonald, who has been working as a coach with the Northern Ireland Under-21 team.

McDonald explained: "Gary asked me if I would be interested in coming along and giving him a hand.

"It is a temporary role but I had many happy days at QPR and I'm delighted to help."