Arsenal legend Thierry Henry is a step away from taking charge of Aston Villa.

The Daily Star says Henry has 'verbally agreed' to become the new boss at Villa Park.

Steve Bruce remains in charge of the Championship side but the report claims that new majority shareholders Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens are unsure if he can lead the Villans back to the Premier League.

The club missed out on promotion to the top flight last term at the hands of Fulham in the Championship play-off final.

Henry, who was Belgium assistant coach for the World Cup, wants assurances over his transfer budget and his salary before taking on the role.