Former Real Madrid and AC Milan striker Antonio Cassano insists he's not retired.

Cassano walked out of Hellas Verona - twice - at the start of the season.

“I am not a former player, as I am still active and ready to come back if I find a project that interests me," he told La Gazzetta dello Sport.

“I am convinced that I can win this final battle. I never had a serious injury in my career and can still give a great deal to football.

“I'm ready and weigh 85kg, just like when I was at Sampdoria."