Carl Jenkinson has hinted at a potential full-time switch to West Ham, as reported by talkSPORT.

The right-back is enjoying a successful season-long loan spell with the Hammers this term, and has become something of a fans favourite throughout the campaign.

And with the likes of Hector Bellerin and Mathieu Debuchy seemingly ahead of him in the Emirates Stadium pecking order, reports have linked Jenkinson with a move away from the Gunners this summer, with West Ham thought to be considering a £10million offer.

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And Jenkinson has admitted that he would certainly be open to staying with the Hammers on a permanent basis, and also explained that spending a season on loan in the Premier League has been perfect for his development.

He told Sport magazine: "It’s definitely been the right decision for me.

"It’s been the first time I’ve played regular football week in, week out, and that’s all a footballer really wants to do."

"But West Ham has been perfect for me, and I’ve loved every minute. It’s definitely a place I’d consider staying, but the ball is in Arsenal’s court.

"I’ve enjoyed my time at West Ham. I also want to play at the highest level I can. I’ve got a massive summer in front of me at the Under-21 European Championship, so my focus isn’t really on where I’m going to be next season."

And Jenkinson has also been impressed with the Hammers' new found attacking style of play under Sam Allardyce this season, and admits he still had to fight for his place in the team despite being an Arsenal player.

"I wanted to get into the team here as soon as possible, but just because I came from Arsenal doesn’t mean I have a divine right," Jenkinson insists.

"West Ham are a big team, so I had to work to get in. The style of play and the way West Ham play in an attacking sense has certainly suited me. I’ve got forward a lot, got a lot of crosses into the box and it has been good.

"I wanted to go to a club where I would be able to express myself and not just be stuck defending in my own box and my own half. I’ve certainly been given the licence to do that."

Since arriving on loan last summer, the England U21 international has made 26 Premier League appearances for West Ham, registering two assists.

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