Wenger’s contract runs until 2017 but Pires believes that Henry, 38, could be a perfect replacement for the French tactician at the London-based club.
The duo spent six seasons together at Arsenal, and won three FA Cups and two Premier League titles.
Speaking to Omnisport, Pires explained:
"Can I see Thierry Henry taking over from Arsene Wenger? Yes, why not?''
"He is working on his badges. He's involved with the U19 team at Arsenal's academy. He's preparing himself step by step and he wants to get his badges.’’
"Question is; would Arsenal want Henry? It depends on the board, the chairman.''
"I can see Henry, as well as Vieira. It's up to the club to prepare well for the post-Arsene era. That's crucial."
Henry and Pires pose with the Premier League trophy after clinching the league
If Arsenal’s top management considers Henry for the top job at the Emirates Stadium, he will follow the footsteps of former Arsenal man Nicolas Anelka who is the current player-manager of Mumbai City FC.
Henry joined Arsenal in 1999 from Juventus as Anelka’s replacement. Although he failed to score in his first eight games for the English club, the legendary forward completed his first season at Arsenal with 26 goals and steered his new club to a second-place finish in the League. The turning point of his career came during the 2001-2002 season when Arsenal finished seven points clear of Liverpool to clinch the Premier League title and FA Cup, with Henry emerging as the league’s top scorer with 32 goals.
