John Heitinga in high demand

A number of Premier League sides are showing interest in Everton defender John Heitinga, reports De Telegraaf.

The Netherlands international is looking to leave the Toffees in search of first team football and his manager Roberto Martinez has made it clear that the club will not stand in the player’s way.

And while the experienced defender has been linked with Fiorentina and Napoli, the latest reports suggest several Premier League clubs are also keen.

Dutch daily newspaper De Telegraaf claims that West Ham, Norwich and Fulham are interested in signing Heitinga in the January window, although it remains to be seen if Everton will be ready to sell to one of their Premiership rivals.

The 30-year-old, who had begun his career at famous Ajax youth academy, has made a total of114 Premier League appearances for the Toffees since joining from Atletico Madrid, but he has failed to feature in this year’s Premiership campaign.