Steve Kean prepared to let 'nasty' El-Hadji Diouf leave Blackburn in cut-price deal

Blackburn Rovers are ready to let controversial striker El-Hadji Diouf leave this month. Manager Steve Kean admitted the club is finding it difficult to handle the Senegalese striker. He has told Diouf, 29, to reform the 'nasty' side of his character following the bitter row with Queens Park Rangers. Diouf was accused of taunting QPR striker Jamie Mackie as he lay on the ground with a broken leg during their FA Cup tie at Ewood Park. On the way out: Diouf (right) Barclays Premier League sides are already showing interest with Blackburn considering a cut-price sale. Agent Willie McKay said: 'El-Hadji is looking to make a fresh start. He is a good player and there is plenty of interest.' Kean confirmed Blackburn are signing Jermain Jones on loan from Schalke and is ready to offer QPR and Wigan target Jason Roberts, 33, a new contract. QPR want Benni McCarthy on loan from West Ham .  EXCLUSIVE: Is rookie Kean Premier League's first 'sackproof' boss? Chelsea 2 Blackburn 0: Ancelotti is pleased... at least for the momentAll the latest Blackburn Rovers news, features and opinion  Explore more:People: Benni McCarthy, Jason Roberts, El Hadji Diouf