Arsenal star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has revealed his father was his guiding force during his childhood.

Alex's dad, Mark Chamberlain, a professional football player himself always made sure that Alex stayed on the right track during his development.

"Growing up, it was frustrating not being able to do 'nothing' things that my friends did," Oxlade-Chamberlain told The Express of his father the former England international.

"Going to the odd party here or there.

"But my Dad always set the record straight. If I wanted to make it, I couldn't do those things at that time. When the time is appropriate, I would be allowed to. But then I had to stay focused.

"I was always good, to be fair. My mum and dad were never too controlling, but I always really respect their advice and still do. Especially my dad - I always trust his advice.

"He never 'demands' I do something but he would be very unhappy if I didn't. So I have always listened."