Martins Staying On Tyneside!

Last updated : 11 April 2008 By Footy Mad - Editor

Obafemi Martins has snubbed overtures from other clubs across Europe to pledge his future to Newcastle.

The likes of Arsenal and AC Milan have been credited with an interest in the Nigeria international, who joined the Magpies in 2006 from Inter Milan.

Martins' future at St James' Park looked uncertain earlier in the season when he struggled to claim a regular place under Sam Allardyce, but the 23-year-old is now back in favour under Kevin keegan.

Agent Chris Nathaniel claims a host of clubs are keen on Martins, but that the African wants to stay on Tyneside.

He told The Sun: "Several top clubs have made contact but Obafemi hasn't indicated an interest in any of them and he has no intention of quitting the club."