- EXCLUSIVE from Graeme Bailey
HITC understands that Newcastle United will allow Isaac Hayden to the leave club on loan this season.
The 29-year-old midfielder has been given the green light to go out on loan again with several Championship clubs showing interest.
Isaac Hayden has two years remaining on his current deal but he is not part of Eddie Howe‘s first-team plans at St James’ Park.
Hayden joined Standard Liege on loan last summer but was recalled to Tyneside after making 11 appearances for the Belgian club.
He then joined Queens Park Rangers for the second half of the season and played in all 17 of their remaining Championship fixtures.
HITC understands that QPR are keen to bring Hayden back to Loftus Road this summer but face competition from Championship rivals.
West Brom also in the race
HITC understands that West Brom are also keen to sign Hayden on a loan deal this summer.
The Baggies reached the Championship play-offs last season but missed out on promotion to the top flight.
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They have been placed under an EFL-imposed business plan this summer amid concerns that they are on track to breach the financial regulations.
But a loan deal for Hayden represents a cheap alternative to add Premier League experience to Carlos Corberan’s side.
Hull City have also shown an interest in Hayden, who spent the 2015-16 season on loan with The Tigers.
Newcastle continue talks for another exit
HITC can confirm that Newcastle United are also continuing talks with Ryan Fraser about him leaving the club.
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Just like Hayden, the 30-year-old is not in Howe’s first-team plans and is free to leave.
Fraser has agreed terms on a move to Southampton, but he is refusing to walk away without the final year of his contract being covered.
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