Thierry Henry has been appointed as France U21 manager

Thierry Henry has been appointed as France Under-21 boss on a two-year deal.

The former Arsenal striker, who won the World Cup and European Championship with France's senior team, will lead the under-21s as they look to qualify for the 2025 European Under-21 Championship.

The 46-year-old will also coach his country at next year’s Olympic Games on home soil, a statement on fff.fr confirmed.

Henry’s coaching career has seen him manage Monaco and Montreal Impact, while he has also twice been on Belgium’s coaching staff.