THIERRY HENRY looks set to reject the Bordeaux boss job amidst fears over a lack of funds at the Ligue 1 club.
The former Belgium assistant, 41, was thought to have agreed a deal to take over from Gus Poyet but may now have pulled the plug.
Thierry Henry is set to reject Bordeaux over a lack of available funds
Poyet has been suspended by the Ligue 1 outfit after an incredible outburst at club bosses for selling a player without his knowledge.
The club have since been courting Henry in a desperate bid to get the France legend on board for his first taste of management.
Reports last week claimed Henry had already accepted the position at Bordeaux – with Arsenal scout Gilles Grimandi tipped to be his deputy.
Earlier this summer, Henry quit his jobs as Belgium No2 and a pundit for Sky Sports in order to chase his dream of becoming an out-and-out manager.
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Thierry Henry had been thought to be nailed on for the Bordeaux job
The news of Henry turning down Bordeaux will come as blow to former Gunners and France team-mate Patrick Vieira.
The Nice boss was excited at the prospect of Henry taking over in Ligue 1, saying: [His arrival] would be very good for Bordeaux. That would be very good for him.
“It would be very good for Ligue 1 compared to his notoriety. I know he’s someone who really wants to coach and he has the means to succeed.
“He had lots of experiences. I think it would be a very good thing for football because he has a lot to contribute and a lot to give.”
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Thierry Henry quit his roles with Belgium and Sky Sports to chase his management dream
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