The Premier League will of course be a better place for having the legendary Thierry Henry back for two months He will certainly bring charisma, publicity.
However, I would question whether Arsenal should be re-signing one of their greatest players. It is generally accepted that they have financial means to sign a class player - e.g. Andrei and Reyes during previous January transfer windows.
However, the signing shows in my view a lack of future tactical footballing planning. It has been obvious throughout the season that Arsenal needed a forward who can be a physical presence around the penalty box focal point for the attack so that Van Persie who has been outstanding, and others can vary the attacking options.
Henry, to my view and memory likes to join in the footballing build-up rather than act as the focal point. It should also be remembered that since he last played here the game has got quicker and more physical; therefore asking the question can he still succeed. Look, if the deal goes through and it very much looks like it, for Arsenal's sake I hope it is a tremendous success.
However, Arsenal may be suited in bringing in a more long-term forward solution such as Lucas Poldolski which would give a real long-term boost to the fans. Such a move would show a more footballing ambition around getting new more experienced and quality players for the club that cost a lot more than they would normally buy; a regularly criticism by supporters.
For all the glitz and the glamour Thierry Henry could bring back to the Premier League , he must do a lot to banish memories of "that" incident against the Republic of Island.
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