Parma striker Amauri has rejected suggestions that he could leave the Italian outfit in January.

Recent reports have linked the 33-year-old with a move to the MLS, but the experienced forward has quelled speculation that he could depart Serie A.

"When we get closer to the transfer window, I'm always the one being sent somewhere," Amauri said to TV Parma.

"But everyone knows what I think about this club, this city and the fans here. I came here again in 2011 and I then returned a little later.

"I have always said that I'm not leaving this place unless general director Pietro Leonardi sends me away. But, given that I know him well, I don't think that will happen. Hence, the transfer rumours are unfounded."

Amauri, who is currently in his third spell with Parma, sees his current deal expire at the end of the season.