Spartak Moscow eyeing Everton defender

Everton centre-back Johnny Heitinga is a target for Spartak Moscow, according to reports in Russia.

The Russian transfer window is still open, which means Spartak could swoop for the Dutchman, who has been at Goodison Park since the summer of 2009.

And Russian newspaper Sovietsky Sports claim that Spartak could start the bidding at £4.15m - although Everton are likely to want at least double that amount if they are to be tempted into selling one of their most consistent performers.

With the English transfer window closed David Moyes would struggle to find a replacement for Heitinga, but Spartak appear convinced they can get their man.