Sonck (left) - impressed at World Cup (Allsport)

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Genk's Belgian international striker Wesley Sonck has played down speculation linking him with a move away from the club.

The Belgian Player of the Year, who scored against Russia in the group stage of the World Cup finals, has been the subject of many rumours after a prolific season for the Jupiler League champions.

Sonck scooped the golden boot award in Belgium after netting 30 times for his club in the league and forcing his way onto the international scene, prompting interest from English Premiership outfit Sunderland.

The former Germinal Beerschot man failed to start any of his country's matches in the Far East after doubts over his fitness following injury, but potential suitors have been warned away by the 23-year-old.

"At the moment a transfer is out of the question," he said. "What you are hearing is nothing more than rumour."

Sonck admitted that he was disappointed not to have been given more of a starring role for the Red Devils at the finals, as Robert Waseige's men eventually crashed out to Brazil after a 2-0 defeat in the second round.

"I had expected to start at least one match," he added.

"I felt even stronger than during the season with Genk. If you have watched me come into the games, you have to agree with me."

Sonck now looks forward to a well-earned holiday ahead of the new season and Champions League football.

Genk face a two-legged third qualifying round tie for a place in the lucrative group stages.