Cyprus Federation licensed agent Tekin Birinci, one of the representatives of Obafemi Martins, has played down reports linking the Nigeria international with a switch to Rizespor in the winter transfer market.<br /><br />There are reports that the 29 - year - old Seattle Sounders ace was in London to negotiate with Rizespor over a loan move.<br /><br />But Birinci stated on <i>Twitter</i> that there is no iota of truth in the stories circulating online.<br /><br />Also, British media led by the Daily Mail is reporting that Martins could make a return to the English Premier League, with West Ham reportedly ahead of other suitors in the race for his signature.<br /><br />Obafemi Martins is expected to spend his Christmas vacation in Lagos, Nigeria.<br /><br />He scored 8 goals in 21 appearances last season for Seattle Sounders.<br /><br />Photo Credit: soundersnation.com <br />