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.
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