Wales targets Thierry Henry as next manager.

Former Arsenal and France striker Thierry Henry has emerged as a contender to succeed Rob Page as Wales manager according to the BBC.

Henry, who is currently in charge of the France Under-21 team and the men's football team for the Paris 2024 Olympics, earned his coaching credentials through the Football Association of Wales (FAW). 

The 46-year-old formerly managed the Montreal Impact of Major League Soccer and his former club Monaco, where he began his career.

He would be a high-profile successor to the low-profile Page, who was Ryan Giggs' backup until taking over after Giggs was arrested on domestic violence charges.

Henry became Arsenal's all-time leading scorer after a remarkable career that included appearances for Barcelona and Juventus, as well as important international honours with France, including the World Cup.

Former Wales forward Robert Earnshaw was on the same coaching course as Henry and told BBC Sport: “He understands Welsh football. The one thing that stood out when I was sat with Thierry was his football brain is brilliant.

“With France Under-21s and the Olympic team, he understands young players. He would raise the bar and the level. 

“I don’t know whether he would want it. I could see someone like Thierry doing it. His football brain is brilliant, he’s so sharp, advanced and has got great ideas" he added.