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Troubled music legend Michael Jackson to perform a residency at London’s vast O2 arena next year, it has been reported.

Jackson, 49 - whose finances have taken a downturn since his 2005 molestation case, hopes the lengthy run will easy his money problems.

A source said: “The general consensus is that Michael has the fan base to attract enough people from all over the world to make this a huge success.

“Booking The O2 up for more than a couple of nights might seem a big gamble on his and his promoters’ part, but just think of the history. People will flock to witness Michael cover his back catalogue.”

AEG present David Campbell refused to confirm the rumors, but revealed a big star would be coming to the 20,000 capacity arena next autumn.

He said: “We have two big residencies booked for the fourth quarter of 2008.”

Whitney Houston is rumored to be the other artist taking up a “big residency” next year.

If the proposed shows go ahead, Jacko will be following in the footsteps of his former pop rival Prince who thrilled the UK capital with a 21-night residency last summer.