Arsenal legend Thierry Henry says David Moyes is the right manager for Sunderland.

Henry wrote for The Sun: "David Moyes can turn Sunderland into a decent Premier League force — if he's given the chance to do the job we know he is capable of.

"Moyes proved at Everton he can take a club that has been fighting relegation and transform them into European contenders.

"That's exactly what Sunderland should be aiming for — but there has been too much instability recently.

"It won't happen overnight and they have to be realistic this season.

"Moyes is the Black Cats' 12th permanent manager in 14 years — and that kind of turnover makes it impossible to succeed.

"I still believe Moyes was unlucky to be sacked by Manchester United after one season in charge.

"He deserved more time to put his print on the team. He did an OK job — but because the club didn't challenge for the title straight away they weren't prepared to give him another chance.

"That's the problem for every manager today. If you don't perform in your first year, you're done for."