Hayden is ‘optimistic’ that Newcastle will let him leave this month

Newcastle midfielder Isaac Hayden has admitted he is hopeful the club will find a solution to allow him to leave this month.

The 23-year old handed in a transfer request at St James’ Park in the summer, citing family reasons, however manager Rafa Benitez shot down his request.

Now though, Hayden says he is optimistic that the Magpies will be able to push through a deal that’ll suit all parties, despite Hayden having started Newcastle’s last three games.

While Benitez refused to talk about his transfer plans this month following a 2-0 loss to Manchester United on Wednesday, Hayden was open about his hopes for this month. As quoted by Sky Sports News, Hayden said about his future:

It’s unchanged and the club have known that from day one. It wasn’t going to change. My family, my partner and daughter will always come first.

Football is football, but family is more important. The club have had conversations already.

Hopefully a solution can be found. It wasn’t in the summer, but I was professional and got on with the job as I have to do.