Quick Info
| Profession | Professional Footballer |
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| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | 08/10/1997 |
| Age | 29 years |
| Birthplace | Poole, Dorset, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Latest News about Ben White
12/05/2026
Ben White sustained a significant medial knee ligament injury in Arsenal's match against West Ham United. Arsenal confirmed he would miss the remainder of the season, and reports indicated he was expected to miss the 2026 World Cup while undergoing rehabilitation ahead of pre-season.
23/03/2026
Thomas Tuchel recalled Ben White to the England squad for the first time since the 2022 World Cup, selecting him for March friendlies against Uruguay and Japan. The recall ended his long international absence and gave him a renewed chance to compete for a place ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | English professional centre-back who plays for Arsenal FC and the England national team. Known for his defensive capabilities and has represented England at senior level. |
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| Career Start | Began senior career in 2016 with Brighton & Hove Albion at age 18 |
| Notable Achievement | Signed for Arsenal in 2021 for a club record transfer fee of up to £50 million, becoming the club's most expensive defender |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'1" (186 cm) |
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| Weight | 168 lbs |
| Preferred Foot | Right |
| Position | Defender/Centre-back |
| Shirt Number | 4 |
Personal Life
| Grassroots Club | Kingswood Youth FC |
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| County FA | Dorset |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Milly Adams |
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| Engagement Date | June 2022 |
| Marriage Date | May 2023 |
| Marriage Location | London |
Family
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Career
| Current Club | Arsenal FC |
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| England Debut | 02/06/2021 |
| England Senior Caps | 7 |
| England Senior Goals | 2 |
| Legacy Number | 1261 |
| Professional League Experience | Played in all four professional English leagues |
| Current Club Contract | Signed a long-term contract extension with Arsenal in March 2024 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Released by Southampton at age 16 after eight years at the club | |
| 2. Won the Championship with Leeds United during a loan spell | |
| 3. Named in provisional long list for England's UEFA EURO 2020 campaign in May 2021, his first call-up at any level by the Three Lions |
