Deal confirmed: Arsenal seal deal for defensive duo

Arsenal defenders, Carl Jenkinson and Cohen Bramall have joined Birmingham City on a season-long loan deal, as confirmed by the Blues’ website. 

The defensive pair will bolster Harry Redknapp’s backline and are both eligible for Birmingham’s Carabao Cup fixture against Bournemouth. 

OFFICIAL: Blues are delighted to announce the signings of @Arsenal pair Carl Jenkinson and Cohen Bramall? https://t.co/mWdmtog7TN #BCFC pic.twitter.com/qEuSowBzDB

— Birmingham City FC (at ?) (@BCFC) August 21, 2017

Jenkinson’s Arsenal career has become somewhat uncertain in recent years, as the former Charlton Athletic man has struggled to return to the first-team and spent much of last year with the under-23s. 

Bramall, on the other hand, joined Arsenal last January having made the move from non-League side, Hednesford Town. The 21-year-old is still learning his trade in professional football; the season ahead will be key for Bramall’s development.