Aston Villa whizkid Nathan Delfouneso is delighted to have been compared with Barcelona star Thierry Henry by French magazine, Onze.

The 18-year-old revealed his admiration for the speed demon striker - after being compared to him by Onze.

Delfouneso said: "Henry is a player I've always admired. He was one of my idols when I was younger and I really like his style.

"I always enjoyed watching him because he's been one of the best players in the world over the past few years.

"When I was given a squad number and I learned number 14 was available, that's the one I wanted because it's the one Henry wears. I would love to live up to it."