Arsenal defender Carl Jenkinson has admitted that he is excited by the club's battle to qualify for next season's Champions League.

The third-placed Gunners are currently ahead of local rival Tottenham Hotspur on goal difference.

Meanwhile, Chelsea and Newcastle United are also in the hunt for a coveted top-four spot.

"There is going to be plenty of chopping and changing before now and the end of the season and at this point there are no easy games," Jenkinson told the club's official website.

"You have clubs fighting against relegation and clubs fighting to get into the top four so we know full well that it is going to be a battle.

"I can tell you now that all the lads are fully aware of that and it is something I think we will embrace more than anything."

Arsenal host Manchester City in the league on Sunday.