Thierry Henry closing in on move to Major League Soccer
Barcelona have confirmed they are in talks with New York Red Bulls over a deal that would see Thierry Henry move to Major League Soccer after next month’s World Cup.
The France captain has previously expressed an interest in playing in the United States and could find himself surplus to requirements at the Nou Camp this summer with David Villa expected to join Barcelona in the coming weeks.
Henry, who joined the Spanish champions from Arsenal in 2007, has played down reports that he has already signed a pre-contract agreement with the Red Bulls - however, Barcelona have revealed that talks are underway.
Rafael Yuste, the Barcelona vice-president, told a Spanish radio station that the club only needed to “put the finishing touches (to a deal) so that both clubs are happy”. While Joan Oliver, Barca’s director general, said that reports Henry would sign for an MLS club “were not completely wrong”.
As a marquee signing, Henry delivers on a number counts. He is a former World Cup and European Championship winner and is the leading scorer for the French national side, with 51 goals. Henry won two Premier League titles and three FA Cups during his time with Arsenal and with Juan Pablo Angel filling the only one of three places in each MLS squad afforded for oversees players, Henry would be free to join immediately.
However, with France keen to make an impact at the World Cup, Henry would rather concentrate on the tournament in South Africa before considering his next move. “For the moment, nothing is certain,” Henry said. “I am a Barcelona player and have another year left on my contract. Currently, my only worry is preparing for the World Cup with France. I will have time to reflect on my future later.”
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