Carl Jenkinson commits to Arsenal – Football News

Carl Jenkinson commits to Arsenal – Football News

Arsenal defender, Carl Jenkinson, has signed a long-term contract with the Gunners. He has told Arsenal that they can count on him but he needs their commitment as well.

The lifelong Gooner believes that singing the new contract is a big commitment from him and the club. He is happy to be part of forming club’s backbone for upcoming years.

Jenkinson, who was called for England squad recently, was quoted in an interview to the Arsenal Player,

“Obviously I’m over the moon – really happy. I see my future at this football club and I’m delighted they see things the same way. Signing the contract shows commitment from me, which Arsenal can always count on, but it’s a big commitment from them as well. People here clearly have belief in me, and now I have to make sure I prove them right.”

The 20-year-old was pursuing for Charlton Athletic, then of League One, just 18 months ago. He reflected about plying his trade:

“I’m obviously really pleased with my progress over the past 18 months. Of course there have been some challenging times along the way but I’m pleased with where I am now and I’m so happy with the new contract.”

Jenkinson is looking forward to work and train hard for the club.

“Now I just need to take every day as it comes, working and training hard.”

Fellow young British star Jack Wilshere, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Kieren Gibbs and Aaron Ramsey also joined Jenkinson in singing the long-term contracts.

Jenkinson believes that becoming part of an English base team is great.

The Gunners are currently standing at number fifth in the Barclays English Premier League. They will next face Wigan at the DW Stadium this weekend.

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