Newcastle striker Obafemi Martins admits he would be forced to consider his future at St James' Park should Arsenal make a move to sign him.

The Nigeria international has been linked with a summer move to the Emirates Stadium and could be viewed as a replacement for Emmanuel Adebayor should the Togolese striker make his highly-tipped move to AC Milan.

"Arsenal is a big club that everyone wants to play for. I am thrilled and it will be nice to play for such a team," the 23-year-old said.

"But, now that I am a Newcastle player, there is nothing much to say. If it is true, both clubs would have to reach an agreement.

"Is Arsenal a good club? Yes. Would I love to play there? Probably, if Newcastle are ready to listen to them. But if Newcastle says no then it'll be no."

Martins, who is currently on holiday, added: "Because I still have a contract, I expect the club to speak to me when I get back. I am not saying I want to go but, if anything happens, that's football."