Shock Arsenal appointment: Club legend hired to replace departing coach

THIERRY HENRY is set to become assistant manager of Arsenal under-18s next season following the departure of Frans de Kat.

20:57, Tue, Apr 26, 2016 Updated: 21:03, Tue, Apr 26, 2016

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Thierry Henry is set for a new role at Arsenal

He will take up a role within Holland's FA as their new co-ordinator of their football training academy.

The Dutchman will be "responsible for the provision of training for trainers and coaches."

Arsenal's record goalscorer has worked extensively with Arsenal's youth team this season as he built up experience.

He completed his Uefa A coaching licence earlier this year and is now able to work below Premier League level or at an academy.

If Henry wanted to manage the senior Arsenal team, he would need to complete his pro licence.