John Heitinga keen on Roma switch

Everton defender John Heitinga has revealed that he could join Roma at the end of the season.

Toffees boss 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.