Jenkinson comes under real threat

Carl Jenkinson’s position is under serious threat with club insiders backing James Tomkins to make the right back position his own.

The on-loan Arsenal defender – banned from yesterday’s game against Liverpool – would have seen Tomkins produce an outstanding performance  just as he did in the seasonal opener at the Emirates

Tomkins has consistently declared he will fight for his position in the team following the arrival of £8 million Angelo Ogbonna and has taken his chances with both hands when they have come this term.

One key insider told ClaretndHugh today: “It’s difficult to see how the manager changes the team from Liverpool. It’s the boss’ call of course but Carl could find it tough getting back into the side with James showing that sort of form.

“He’s been part of both defences which have looked so solid against two top teams whilst Crl has made a very uncertain start.

“He could be in for a decent run of games – current;y he looks the best right back at the club.”