Michael Jackson planning U.K. concerts?

Michael Jackson’s representatives say the U.S. pop star is planning a press conference at the O2 arena in London, sparking speculation he’ll soon perform.

The BBC quoted a statement released by Jackson’s camp as saying the singer once dubbed The King of Pop is to make a special announcement at the venue Thursday.

The statement was issued after months of rumors that the reportedly financially-strapped artist would start performing again to make some money. Jackson last toured 12 years ago.

The BBC said Jackson is expected to line up a series of gigs at the O2 arena, much like Prince did in 2007 and as Britney Spears has scheduled for this June.