Heitinga dismisses Germany rumours

(GSM) – Everton stalwart Johnny Heitinga has dismissed rumours linking him with moves to Wolfsburg and Bayern München.

Reports emanating from Germany have suggested that Wolfsburg and Bayern are eyeing a swoop for the Dutchman during the January transfer window.

Heitinga has established himself as a key member of David Moyes’ squad since arriving at Goodison Park in the summer of 2009 and Everton are unlikely to be willing to lose the versatile performer.

The 26-year-old admits he is flattered to be linked with Wolfsburg and Bayern, but insists he is not taking the speculation seriously.

“Wolfsburg and Bayern? I have heard nothing,” Heitinga told voetbal.nl.

“Last summer there was interest from Wolfsburg, but not thereafter.

“I take that rumour not so serious.

“But it is no punishment all all to be associated with such beautiful, big clubs.”