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Jenkinson determined to be Arsenal first-choice

Arsenal fullback Carl Jenkinson is determined to be a first-choice this season.

Jenkinson is hoping to add to that solitary cap soon and wants to usurp Bacary Sagna as Arsenal's regular right-back.

"It would be a dream for me to go to a World Cup and if I can play for Arsenal every week then I would give myself a chance," he told reporters. "But that's a big target for me.

"It's a big season for me. I look at it as a massive season. I've had a couple of years now where I've played, settled in and personally I've raised my level and get more chances.

"Bacary (Sagna) finished up playing every week last season. Most people would say he's first choice. He's a fantastic player and has been for many years. I've got the utmost respect for him.

"But he knows I want to push him for his place. I hope I can push on to the next level and ultimately take his place and play every week."

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