Thierry Henry starting his career as a head coach at Monaco was the "natural move" he had been waiting for, according to Belgium boss Roberto Martinez.
Former France and Arsenal star Henry began his playing career at Monaco and was announced as the successor to Leonardo Jardim on Saturday, signing a three-year contract.
The 41-year-old, who oversaw his first training session on Monday, had been working under Martinez with Belgium since August 2016 and the Spaniard backed his former number two to be a success at a club that means so much to him.
Editors' Picks
On Henry's departure, Martinez told a news conference: "I don't think it's a loss.