Emre has been in impressive form this season

Emre, 26, a �3.8m signing from Inter Milan in 2005, has been linked with a switch to German side Bayern Munich.

But Roeder told the club website: "I am not aware of Bayern Munich making any offers for him whatsoever.

"He is very much part of my plans. He's a hugely talented, technical player. I think he is a player the fans enjoy watching at St James' Park."

Emre was signed by previous Magpies boss Graeme Souness but Roeder insists the Turkish international star is not for sale.

He said: "Graeme was right when Emre came here - Inter Milan do not keep players for four seasons if they are not of Champions League standard. He's certainly a big-game player on the big stage.

Emre's pedigree is first class, the sort of pedigree you want to attract to the club Glenn Roeder

"Look at how well he has done for the club since he has been here. He has made himself a favourite since day one. The punters have taken to him.

"He was, without doubt, one of Graeme's best signings. His pedigree is first class, the sort of pedigree you want to attract to the club, so when I saw those reports over the weekend, they took me back. They shocked me.

"Normally, there are no secrets in football - you normally hear what the jungle drums are bashing out.