Arsenal youngster Chuba Akpom is revelling in his success during a 'sensational' pre-season tour of the US.

The 20-year-old scored two goals in two games during the tour and was awarded the MVP award for his performance in the 2-1 win over MLS All-Stars last week.

When asked about the accolade he received for his performance against the All-Stars, plus his goal in the 3-1 victory over Chivas de Guadalajara on Monday, Akpom said: "I'm just enjoying it.

"I have enjoyed every second of the tour, on the pitch and off the pitch. The main thing is gaining fitness and winning the games obviously. I'm buzzing we got two wins in America, now it is back to the UK.

"We have done a lot of fitness and strength work out here, so we are going back stronger - especially in this heat. The main thing is gaining fitness and I enjoyed it."

He also touched on the triumph over Chivas in the second game of the tour: "They were a good team. Technically and physically they were really good. You can't come to these places and underestimate these teams. The football is really good; it was a tough test.

"I think the lads are clicking on the pitch and off the pitch. I'm buzzing for Rob (Holding) and Chambo (Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain), they scored good goals. There were a lot of positives from this game."

Overall, he described the tour as 'sensational'.