John Heitinga keen on Roma switch

Roberto Martinez recently suggested that the 30-year-old Dutchman may be allowed to leave Goodison Park in the summer for more first-team football.

Heitinga admits that a move to Roma is tempting amid reported interest from other clubs in the Italian top flight.

"Roma? I heard a lot about their interest. I think we should know something more concrete next week," he told Gazzetta dello Sport.

"I'm waiting too. I have played in Spain and England, and I'd also try the Italian experience.

"There are a few Serie A teams interested in me. I'm waiting for official news from my agents. Roma are one of the best teams there are in Italy; if the interest is serious, we'll talk for sure within the next few days."

Heitinga joined Everton from Atletico Madrid in 2009.
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