Former French International Thierry Henry is in talks with Bordeaux over the vacant coach’s role.

The position is one of a number being considered by the former Arsenal and Barcelona forward.

He was part of the backroom staff that led Belgium to third place at the World Cup in Russia.

Thierry Henry has worked as Roberto Martinez’s assistant with the Belgium national team for two years

The Ligue 1 side recently suspended manager Gus Poyet after he was critical of a transfer that had been made without his knowledge.

Bordeaux sold striker Gaetan Laborde to rivals Montpellier and Poyet reacted furiously after their Europa League win over FC Mariupol, labelling the transfer “a disgrace”.

Gus Poyet was suspended by Bordeaux earlier this month

Henry’s interest in the role was brought to light on Monday by his long-time manager at Arsenal, Arsene Wenger.

Henry made 254 appearances for Arsenal between 1999 and 2007 and won 123 caps for France.

If Henry does get the job as expected, it sets up a showdown with his former arsenal captain Patrick Vieira, who was appointed nice manager in the summer.