The agent of Hatem Ben Arfa insists he won't be forced out of Newcastle United.

The midfielder is on the outer at Newcastle and has been linked with Dnipro.

But agent Michel Ouazine told So Foot.com: "Hatem doesn't have to leave.

"He can go on a free after his contract is over - six months, or a year, this is not a problem. Who knows how long Pardew will be at Newcastle. In two months, he may not be here. Hatem love this club, he is idolised by fans.

"Hatem remain professional and is working hard. He prefers a return to Lyon, but it is not economically feasible. Lyon is his first club, so there is a level of attachment. He loves Bernard Lacombe. However, for me, it is very difficult financially - Newcastle want a lot of money for Hatem."