Brentford have agreed to cancel the contract of Paul Hayes after reaching a settlement with the out-of-favour striker.

Hayes has managed just six goals in 33 games for the Bees since his arrival on a three-year deal from Charlton Athletic in 2012.

However, the former Scunthorpe frontman has endured a frustrating 18 months at Griffin Park, starting just 10 league matches.

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Drought: Hayes managed just six goals in 33 games for the Bees

Hayes was shipped out on loan to Crawley Town towards the end of the last season, while the 30-year-old spent a month with League Two outfit Plymouth Argyle earlier this campaign after falling down the pecking order.

But both parties have agreed to terminate his contract in TW8 with immediate effect.