EX-Sunderland midfielder Jordan Nobbs has committed her future to Arsenal Ladies after signing a new long-term contract.

The prolific midfielder, who hails from Bishop Middleham, near Ferryhill, joined the Gunners from the Lady Black Cats in 2010, has 20 goals in 46 league outings for the Gunners.

An England international, Nobbs has 16 caps and three goals for her country.

“I'm excited to have signed a new contract with Arsenal,” Nobbs said. “There's a great feeling around the team heading into the 2015 season.

“We feel we can come back to challenging on all fronts this year and I'm looking forward to being a part of that.”