Justin Bieber announces 'secret' European gigs

Prepare for the sound of screaming - Justin Bieber has revealed he is to perform a string of unannounced European gigs in the very near future.

Currently so secret that no dates have been announced, the 'Boyfriend' singer told Twitter fans he was heading to Europe and would be performing shows while he was there.

"Ok. going to board. OFF TO EUROPE! PHASE 1 of operation secret concerts! lol. OSLO first stop. See u soon," he Tweeted, before adding: "when i land #DieInYourArms and #BOYFRIEND will be out!! Countdown and then #BIEBERBLAST !!!! thanks! see u soon. much love. #BELIEVE."

Bieber yesterday revealed new single 'Die In Your Arms', the follow up to his biggest UK to date, 'Boyfriend'. He is also facing criminal charges for a 'criminal battery' incident, which reportedly saw him assault a member of the paparazzi last weekend.

Below: Beiber live