Jenkinson wants to be next Adams

CARL JENKINSON hopes to become Arsenal’s new Tony Adams after the young defender completed a dream move to his boyhood club.

The Finland U19 international became Arsene Wenger’s first summer signing following a £1 million (€1.13m) move from Charlton. Jenkinson, who qualifies for dual nationality through his mother, can play anywhere along the backline and although he may not be the big transfer many Gunners fans crave, the youngster has every intention to write his name into the club’s folklore.

“My dad brought me up as an Arsenal fan and I have been going since I was young. I even went to a few games last season. It is a bit surreal, but it is a brilliant feeling to be here and I am really excited,” Jenkinson said.