Arsenal legend Frenchman Thierry Henry is full of praise for Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger ahead of his 1,000 game in charge of the club.
Wenger took over at Arsenal in September of 1996 and will reach the landmark of his 1,000th game on Saturday when the Gunners travel to Stamford Bridge to take on Chelsea in a match that could very well point a finger at who will win this seasons Premiership title.
Wenger signed Henry as a youth player for Monaco and was then reunited with him 1n 1999 when he was able to bring him Juventus to Arsenal.
“I want to wish Arsene many congratulations on this incredible achievement. I have had the privilege and honour to play under him for many years at both Monaco and Arsenal.
“To reach 1000 games for one club is a historic achievement, but not a surprising one. He is one of the very best managers in the modern game.
“I have been fortunate to play for some extremely gifted coaches. I had Pep at Barcelona and he has proved he is the best at the moment but Arsene is more than just a great manager to me because he was a father figure and a mentor.
“I will never forget his advice and guidance over the years and without him I wouldn’t have achieved half the milestones in my career.
“He deserves all the accolades as he has had a huge impact on Arsenal Football Club and the lives of many players. Long may it continue.”
