The 33-year-old is by far the most surprising name to be mentioned for a possible transfer, not least because of his Merseyside connections having enjoyed six years at Anfield.
Kuyt's two-year stint in the Super Lig in Turkey has not seemed to have any negative impact on his ability, still making the Netherlands' 23-man squad for the World Cup in Brazil this summer.
The Dutch have cruised into the knockout stage of the tournament - winning all three of their games to finish top of Group B - setting up a last 16 encounter against Mexico in Fortaleza on Sunday.
