Adebayor said: "I came to Arsenal with a mission to succeed.

"I've assured the gaffer Arsene Wenger I'll stay because I believe in the team and I want to assure the fans my concentration is here.

"I have no reason to leave so I'll stay to ensure that together we'll win silverware.

"Mathieu's a good player but his departure doesn't mean Arsenal is about to collapse. Our team is a deep well of talent.

"I am confident we are capable of winning titles and we will return for next season hungrier to be successful."