Thierry Henry has announced his departure from New York Red Bulls after four-and-a-half years with the Major League Soccer club.

The former France striker revealed his decision three days after admitting he would be interested in a return to Arsenal, and changed his Facebook photograph to an image of the Emirates Stadium.

The 37-year-old will take 'the next few weeks to reflect and decide on the next chapter of my career' with a coaching role at the Barclays Premier League club among the options.

STATEMENT Scroll down to read ex-Arsenal striker Thierry Henry's announcement in full

Thierry Henry, pictured celebrating scoring in January 2012, admitted he would love to return to Arsenal

Henry has announced his departure from Major League Soccer club New York Red Bulls

Henry changed his cover photo on Facebook to an image of the Emirates following his announcement

THIERRY HENRY CLUBS AND TITLES 1994-1999: Monaco (105 lg apps, 20 gls) 1999-1999: Juventus (16, 3) 1999-2007: Arsenal (254, 174) 2007-2010: Barcelona (80, 35) 2010-2014: New York Red Bulls (122, 51) 2012-2012: Arsenal (loan) (4, 1) 1997-2010: France (123, 51) Monaco: Ligue 1, Trophee des champions Arsenal: Premier League (2), FA Cup (3), Community Shield (2) Barcelona: La Liga (2), Copa del Rey, Supercopa de Espana, Champions League, Super Cup, Club World Cup New York Red Bulls: MLS Eastern Conference (2), Supporters' Shield France: 1998 World Cup, Euro 2000, Confederations Cup 2003 Advertisement

'I am taking this opportunity to announce that unfortunately Saturday was my last game for the New York Red Bulls,' Henry said on Monday.

'The decision has always been that I would leave after the duration of my contract and although that was never going to change, I didn't want it to distract from the progress of the team.

'You guys have really meant a lot to me and thank you for all your wonderful support.

'I will now take the next few weeks to reflect and decide on the next chapter of my career. Thank you all.'

Henry told L'Equipe on Friday that he will remain in football following his retirement as a player, telling the French newspaper he will become 'a coach, a consultant or executive'.

The 1998 World Cup winner admitted he regrets not helping Arsenal win the Champions League, and that he would like to play a part in their potential European success at the Emirates.

'Whether that is from near or far does not depend on me but it is sure I'd like to help,' Henry continued.

'This is my club and, as a player, I was not able to give them the Champions League.'

Sportsmail's Jamie Carragher wrote on Kicca following the announcement: 'Thierry Henry has played his last game for New York Red Bulls if it is his last game in football what a player! The best I faced without a doubt and yes I still have nightmares about him running past me at Anfield!!'

Henry spreads his arms wide and celebrates to the Arsenal fans after scoring against Inter Milan

The former Arsenal captain celebrates after scoring against West Brom and could be set for a third stint

Henry joined the MLS side in 2010 following stints with Monaco, Juventus, Arsenal and Barcelona.

His final game for the Red Bulls ended in a 4-3 aggregate defeat against rivals New England Revolution in the Eastern Conference Championship play-off.

He won the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000 with France, and was part of Arsenal's 'Invincibles' side that went unbeaten in the Premier League a decade ago.

Henry acknowledges fans after their 4-3 aggregate loss to end the MLS season and his time with the Red Bulls