Henry wants to succeed Wenger as Arsenal boss

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has revealed his ‘dream’ to one day replace Arsene Wenger as manager at the Emirates.

The former Gunners star, who is the club’s all-time leading scorer with 228 goals, was reportedly offered a chance to begin his coaching career at the club’s academy earlier this month.

And the uber-cool Frenchman has admitted that he has designs on succeeding Wenger, when his compatriot chooses to step down from the role he has occupied since 1996.

Speaking on the Jonathan Ross Show, Henry said: ‘I don’t know what Arsene wants to do and how long he wants to stay. But I just want to be equipped, to be in the position, maybe one day to be a manager.

‘Being the manager of Arsenal FC would be a dream. I need to learn first. That is the most important thing.’

Wenger has been charge since 1996 (AP Photo)

Asked about the offer to take up coaching in the youth academy, Henry added: ‘I could not say “no” to Arsenal. So I would say “yes”. It should be great. When you are coaching you can’t scream and shout. You don’t want to scare your players.’

The Gunners’ Champions League hopes hang by a thread after Wednesday night’s 3-1 reverse to Ligue 1 side Monaco at the Emirates, and Wenger’s men will be looking to bounce back when they entertain Everton on Sunday.