Arsene Wenger says he regrets neglecting those closest to him while pursuing his decorated career in football management - and warned former players Patrick Vieira and Thierry Henry of the sacrifices involved.

Wenger's former protege Henry announced his departure from Sky Sports on Monday, leaving behind television punditry to fulfil his managerial ambitions.

Arsenal's record goalscorer was Belgium's assistant manager at the World Cup, working under Roberto Martinez, while Vieira was recently appointed Nice head coach.

In a broad and revealing radio interview on French station RTL's programme 'What If', Wenger discussed everything from his football philosophy to the laws he would pass as President.

The former Arsenal manager said: "I regret having sacrificed everything I did because I realise I've hurt a lot of people around me.