West Ham chairman Eggert Magnusson insists the club has made no attempt to prise players from Everton.

Reports this week have linked the Londoners with possible bids for England striker Andrew Johnson, along with midfielders Mikel Arteta and Tim Cahill.

Everton boss David Moyes has already rubbished suggestions that any of his players could be set to move to Upton Park.

The Hammers' Icelandic owner has now sought to heal any rift with the Merseysiders by insisting the rumours are untrue.

Magnusson said:  "I've had a very positive discussion with my good friend Bill Kenwright, the Everton chairman, and can confirm that West Ham have not and are not bidding for any Everton player at this time."