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Former Arsenal defender Carl Jenkinson seals shock loan move to A-League champions Melbourne City after being told he could leave Nottingham Forest

Former Arsenal and West Ham defender Carl Jenkinson has signed for Australian side Melbourne City on a six-month loan deal, after falling out of favour at Championship side Nottingham Forest.

The 29-year-old right-back will now look to help City defend their A-League title after his shock transfer.

Jenkinson spent eight years on the books at Arsenal between 2011-2019 and was at times a regular in the squad, picking up a cap for England in 2012 during a friendly against Sweden.

Carl Jenkinson has signed for Melbourne City on a six-month loan deal from Nottingham Forest

u270dud83cudffb We’re excited to announce the signing of experienced English defender Carl Jenkinson on a six-month loan!