Barca chief backs Thierry Henry to be a success in Spain

Barcelona sporting director Txiki Beguiristain admits Thierry Henry has been a disappointment since moving to Spain.

But he has backed the Arsenal legend to come good rather than make a big money return to England.

Henry has failed to show the form that lit up the Premier League since joining Barca for £16m last year and has been linked with a move to Manchester City.

But Beguiristain, who was instrumental in bringing Henry to Barcelona, believes the French World Cup winner is starting to show signs that he is getting back to his best.

Beguiristain said: "He has not looked convincing and at times does not look like he fits into the team.

"Thierry arrived at a difficult time. He was having personal problems and the club was in crisis.

"He has to become a more central part of the team and we are beginning to see that happening. In each game he is having more of an impact and the coach Pep Guardiola is pleased with him."

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