Carl Jenkinson "over the moon" with new Arsenal deal

Arsenal defender Carl Jenkinson has vowed to prove that the club were right to tie him to a new deal earlier this week.

The 20-year-old full-back was one of five British players given new contracts at the Emirates Stadium, and he pledged his full commitment to the cause.

"Obviously I'm over the moon - really happy," Jenkinson told the club's official website. "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."

Jenkinson signed from Charlton Athletic last summer.