'I love you': Arsenal fan cries as hero Ben White signs shirt with Bukayo Saka on back

An Arsenal fan was left in tears after having his shirt signed by Ben White during the club's tour of the United States.

The supporter was clearly a big fan and was more than a little overwhelmed to meet one of his football heroes.

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As he handed the shirt through gaps in a fence, the fan could be heard saying: “I love you, Ben,” before adding: “Thank you very much, have a good time.”

White was more than happy to sign the shirt for his biggest fan, even though it wasn't his name but 'Saka 7' that was printed on the back.

Arsenal are currently in Philadelphia as part of their US tour with the Gunners looking to meet some fans and prepare for the upcoming season.

After beating Bournemouth on penalties before beating Manchester United 2-1 at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, Arsenal have travelled to Philadelphia where they will face Liverpool.

Discussing the contest, Mikel Arteta He said: “Another big test. Moving to a different city. The jet lag, we have to adapt to that. Different pitch, different stadium, different weather conditions.

“It's all great and obviously against a team with a new coach who I really like, especially the way they play, so it's going to be very difficult. So it's going to be a really good test for us again.”

Asked if they have time to do some sightseeing during those trips, Arteta said: “Well, when we get the chance, we love to do it and get some of that culture and things we can learn from the city and try to implement them into our team as well.

“But we got here last night, we haven't had much time. If we have time this afternoon, we'll try to do something about it, so I hope so.”

Arsenal have already been busy in the transfer market after making their loan move of David Raya permanent.

Riccardo Calafiori arrived from BolognatalkSPORT understands that the Gunners have shelled out an initial £34m for the versatile defender, with a further £4m to be paid in potential add-ons.

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Arsenal have two more pre-season friendlies scheduled in the United States before returning to London, where they face Lyon in the Emirates Cup.

They will then begin their Premier League season at home against Wolves on August 17.