Hughton told Sky Sports News, "I am hopeful we will keep him. Nothing has been said to me that says anything different. I expect him to be a Newcastle player come Tuesday evening and beyond."
He hasn't a clue as to what is going on. He's not making the decision so he's out of the loop. Not so much that Taylor isn't moving, Houghton just isn't involved in that discussion. Say Taylor's still fair game.