UCL: THIERRY HENRY HAILS CHELSEA STAR

Thierry Henry

Henry remarked that Havertz reminds him of Robin van Persie, a former Arsenal striker.

In Chelsea's 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the second leg of the Champions League round of 16 tie, Havertz converted a penalty.

Henry also praised the German international's teamwork against Dortmund while playing for Chelsea.

Henry said in a CBS Sport interview: "He reminds me sometimes, a little, of Robin back to goal the way he can hold the ball. Robin van Persie was very good with his left foot, the touch was always immaculate, and he tried to bring people along.

"This is why out of the guys that used to be wingers or No. 10 he plays as a 9 because with his back to goal he can hold the ball well."