DBasia.news – Arsenal legend Thierry Henry tasted success while defending Arsenal throughout 1999-2007. He won various titles with the team and individual awards.
Cesc Fabregas began being promoted to the Arsenal senior team when he was only 16 years old. At that time, Fabregas appeared promising in the academy team.
However, Fabregas did not immediately receive a good reception from Henry. The legend had looked Fabregas just one eye. Moreover, Arsenal’s midfield is populated by first-class players like Patrick Vieira and Gilberto Silva.
“I remember the first time you practiced with us and I saw it. I apologize for having a bad haircut, but the haircut you have is much worse,” Henry said in a live broadcast session on Instagram with Fabregas.
“I saw you. On that day, the Arsenal jersey was too big for anyone. However, when you wear it, it is much bigger.”
“I looked at the manager and asked: ‘Who is he?’ And Wenger said: ‘The boy won the Under-17 World Cup’. Then I said: ‘Oh, he is the best player or top scorer or whatever it is’,” he continued.
“I saw you and then the team you fought with was Patrick Viera and Gilberto Silva. I had doubts, but then you moved the ball and played one or two.”
After seeing Fabregas’ actions, Henry began to change his mind. Moreover, the Spaniard looked stunning by scoring in the English League Cup.
Henry rated, in his heyday Fabregas has the ability to be equivalent to Kevin De Bruyne or David Silva. Unfortunately, Fabregas could not maintain consistency.
“I have always been interested in players who are good at possessing the ball. You are one of the most skilled players I have ever seen.”
Cesc Fabregas won a number of prestigious titles in England and Spain. In addition, he also won the 2010 World Cup. Currently, the 33-year-old midfielder defends Ligue 1 club, AS Monaco.