LONDON (AFP) - Emmanuel Adebayor's future at Arsenal has again been cast in doubt with the Togo striker expressing an interest in joining Barcelona.

Italians AC Milan are also pursuing the striker, who has given conflicting statements about his immediate future over recent days.

On Friday he vowed to stay with the Gunners before minutes later hinting he was keen on a move to the San Siro in showdown talks with manager Arsene Wenger next week.

The latest chapter links him with a move to Barcelona if Arsenal do not meet his demands for more money.

He told the News of the World: "Milan are a big club but the fact they are not playing in the Champions League next season is less of a challenge.

"Barcelona have made a good financial offer and there is also the chance to play alongside great players.

"Yes, I am still under contract to Arsenal but it's up to the directors to satisfy my demands or I'll leave.

"If my good form of last season has increased my value, my employers have to take account of that.

"I have to prepare for my retirement. Even if you are not scoring fine goals and you have money, you can enjoy a happy retirement.

"The time for preparing for that moment is now."

The former Monaco striker also believes he should be given parity with ex-team-mate Thierry Henry.

"People ask if I am asking for the same salary as Henry. That is not necessarily the question.

"But I am being considered a worthy replacement for Henry while not deserving his salary.

"The question lies on this level."