Robin van Persie appreciates the relationship he has with Arsenal fans.

Gunners supporters are desperate for RVP to pen a new contract.

"It is the biggest compliment I could wish for. Arsenal fans are real lovers of the game. They don't miss anything in the stadium and are there for the team and the individual players. I have to admit I love banners like 'We don't need Batman, we've got Robin' and stuff like that," he told the Sunday Mirror.

"I also love it when I run on to the pitch and I hear the entire crowd roar. What bigger ­compliment could I wish for as player?

"At Arsenal, the fans so want me to do well. And that gives me a kick. That's what I do it for. As a thank you, I want to give them so much in ­return on the pitch.''