Henry tips Gunners for double

Thierry Henry believes Arsenal can win the UEFA Champions League as well as the Premier League this season.

Former Gunners hero Henry, who left Emirates Stadium for Barcelona this summer, has been impressed by Arsenal so far this season.

Henry has been keeping tabs on Arsenal's progress and he has tipped them to enjoy a successful season.

Entertaining

"I have been watching Arsenal and see that they are playing entertaining football and winning every game home and away," Henry told the London Evening Standard.

"I know the young players there very well and they can definitely win the Premier League and Champions League this season. I watched how they beat Sevilla in the Champions League and I think they sent out a big message to the rest of Europe. Sevilla is not an easy team to play, but Arsenal played a great game."

Henry admitted he keeps in touch with Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger and has great respect for his fellow Frenchman.

Respect

"Me and Arsene have been in contact a few times since I left," continued Henry. "I always talk to him because even with the difference of age, the bond and respect is there.

"It is tremendous that he has signed a new contract. He has great eyes and just has a talent for spotting young talent. He is a great human being as well and that's what makes the difference. He makes players feel comfortable and always gets the best out of them."

Henry also revealed he wishes to say a final farewell to the Arsenal fans at some point this season.

"I think I will try and do it in December because we have a winter break in Spain and I will have the time," Henry added.

"I would rather go back in a non-playing situation and be able to enjoy it. I don't want to get drawn against Arsenal in the Champions League this season. That would not be a proper way to say goodbye to the fans.

"When I go, I will probably just sit in the stands. I won't walk out on the pitch or anything like that.

"The focus should be on the team and I don't want to draw any attention away from them and what they're doing. They will be playing a game and I want to respect that."