Ferfgie wants Henry on his side

English powerhouse Manchester United have reportedly made an approach to sign the powerful striker Thierry Henry from FC Barcelona.

Indeed, the former Gunner has struggled to settle at the Nou Camp and is believed to be far from convinced that new boss Josep Guardiola has the team to challenge for top honours.

According to the reports, Sir Alex Ferguson has identified him as a alternative option if United miss out on top target Dimitar Berbatov from Tottenham Hotspur.

Manchester United's chase of Berbatov has hit a brick wall since Spurs complained to the FA about them, so the french star could have moved up their list of priorities.

Having been one of the best footballers in the Premier League over the last decade during his time at Arsenal, Henry would relish a return to England.

Alex Ferguson's recent comments that Wayne Rooney will be playing in a more central role this season could be a sign that he plans to use him supporting a striker like Thierry Henry or Berbatov up front. Time will tell.