Chronicle Live reports that the Magpies are eager to get rid of Hayden this summer in order to lower their payroll costs.
Although the midfield player’s contract is still valid for two years, this circumstance may make him a cheap addition to the team.
Rangers, who themselves won’t have a lot of money coming into the next transfer window, would love this.
A lot of QPR’s summer preparations are currently driven by their desire to survive, but if they can maintain their Championship spot, acquiring Hayden might be a wise decision for all involved.
He has fit in well with Cifuentes’ style of play and could be reasonably affordable transfer fee-wise, with Newcastle keen to get rid.
He has made six starts for QPR, with the team earning 11 points from a possible 18 in that period, and two substitute appearances have also come.
Smart January business might just save the team’s status in the second tier, which is incredibly encouraging to supporters, and Hayden is a part of that.
However, one stumbling block could be Hayden’s reported wage at St. James’ Park.
The Englishman is reportedly earning £50,000 per week from the Premier League side, which would be far beyond what QPR would surely be willing to pay any player.
While he has made a positive impact on the team since joining in January, there is very little to suggest he would be worth adding at that kind of cost, especially at the age of 28.
It is clear that Hayden will have to take a significant pay cut in order to complete a move to Loftus Road on a permanent basis.
Estimated figures from Capology suggest that Asmir Begovic is the club’s highest paid player, with a weekly wage of £32,500.
Steve Cook, Lyndon Dykes and Taylor Richards are the next best paid, with a steep decline in the size of their wages at £30,000, £18,000 and £15,000 per week, respectively.
Hayden may have to settle for a similar amount if his is to value regular playing time over outright pay.
Otherwise, sitting on the bench at Newcastle for another two years is the alternative option, as it’s unlikely anyone will match that kind of salary, let alone QPR.
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