Report: Carl Jenkinson signs new Arsenal contract

Arsenal defender Carl Jenkinson has reportedly agreed a new five-year contract with the club, ahead of a season-long loan to West Ham United.

The 23-year-old spent the last campaign at the Hammers and established himself as their first-choice right-back.

According to The Telegraph, he has penned an extension with the Gunners, and will return to Upton Park on loan for the new season, with confirmation of the deal expected within the next 24 hours.

Jenkinson, who joined Arsenal from Charlton Athletic in June 2011, has made one appearance for England.