Watson (left) started just six league games for Wigan

Wigan Athletic midfielder Ben Watson has signed for Queens Park Rangers on a three-month loan deal.

QPR also have the option of extending the deal for the 24-year-old when the January transfer window opens.

R's boss Jim Magilton told the club website: "Ben will prove to be a fantastic addition to the squad."

"He's got a proven track record in this division, as well as the Premier League, and I'm just delighted we've been able to bring him to the club."

Watson started his career at Crystal Palace, making his debut at just 17, and going on to establish himself as a regular in the heart of the Eagles midfield.

Magliton added: "He's a box-to-box midfielder, who scores goals and puts his boot in - he's got all the attributes that you need to play in that central midfield role."

Watson made over 150 appearances for the Eagles before his 23rd birthday and also represented England at Under-21 level before moving to Wigan Athletic in January 2009 for £2.5m.

He made 10 appearances for the Latics last season scoring his first league goal in the 2-1 away victory over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.

A second goal followed against Hull City a few days later, but a change in manager at the club during the summer has seen the player fall out of favour.

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