Former Arsenal and England defender Carl Jenkinson has signed a new contract with Bromley, extending his stay at Hayes Lane beyond the 2024/25 season.
The 33-year-old right-back joined the club in September and has since played a key role in the team’s first-ever campaign in the English Football League, making 13 appearances to help the Ravens climb to 13th in League Two.
While the exact length of his new contract has not been revealed, the club confirmed that Jenkinson will remain part of their plans as he continues his recovery from injury.
We are delighted to announce that Carl Jenkinson has penned a new deal with the club ✍️#WeAreBromley
— Bromley FC (@bromleyfc) April 4, 2025
Top-flight pedigree boosts Bromley
Jenkinson’s arrival at Bromley reunited him with manager Andy Woodman, with whom he previously worked during his early career at Charlton Athletic. Since joining the south-east London side, his experience has made a tangible difference – with the team losing just once in the league when he has featured, and keeping six clean sheets in his 11 appearances.
“Bromley Football Club are delighted to announce that defender Carl Jenkinson has extended his stay at Hayes Lane beyond 2024/25. The Ravens have only lost one league game with Jenko in the side and we’re delighted to be maintaining his services beyond his recovery from injury.”
Jenkinson began his professional journey at Charlton before signing for Arsenal in 2011, going on to make 70 appearances and lifting the FA Cup in 2014. He also featured in the Champions League and had loan spells at West Ham United, Birmingham City, and later moved to Nottingham Forest.
His career then took him to Australia, where he helped Melbourne City win the title before joining Newcastle Jets in 2022. Internationally, he made a single senior appearance for England in 2012 after previously representing both England and Finland at youth level.
The versatile defender’s journey has seen highs, setbacks, and a resurgence at Bromley – where he’s quickly become a key figure in a club making its mark in the EFL.
Writer’s view
This is a clever piece of business by Bromley. Jenkinson’s experience at the highest levels of the game has clearly brought composure and structure to the defence. Retaining him signals the club’s ambition to build stability and perhaps push on from a strong debut season in League Two. His leadership off the pitch, especially while injured, could be just as valuable as his performances on it when fit.
