Bruno Andrade

Pacy winger Bruno Andrade was one of two arrivals announced at the start of October 2013; the player joining from Championship side QPR on loan. Boro’s width had been somewhat lacking during the opening part of the 2013-4 season; boss Graham Westley looking to address the issue with Andrade’s loan.

Bruno Andrade: Before Boro’

Born in Portugal, Andrade made the move to QPR at a relatively young age; 13-years-old the age at which he entered the West London club’s academy system. That system saw him adapt to be able to play in a number of other positions alongside his favoured role on the wing. It was much to the delight of then-QPR boss Neil Warnock. His QPR debut came against Preston North End in November 2010, and his Premier League debut in August 2011 at Wigan Athletic.

There were also loan spells at Aldershot Town and Wycombe Wanderers to provide yet further Football League experience. And with first team chances still limited at QPR with Harry Redknapp now in charge, Boro’ offered valuable game time for the player.