Web FeedsThierry Va Va Vooms Away From Wife
Former Arsenal footballer Thierry Henry has split from his wife of four years, his solicitor has confirmed.
The French striker, who recently completed a move to Barcelona, said he was "extremely saddened" at the breakdown of his marriage to Claire, who is also known by her modelling name Nicole Merry.
The couple, who married in a lavish ceremony at Highclere Castle in Berkshire in July 2003, have a two-year-old daughter called Tea.
Henry, 29, had been dating the English model for two years at the time of their marriage.
The pair starred together in the famous "Va Va Voom" adverts for the Renault Clio.
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A statement from Henry's firm of solicitors Mishcon de Reya said: "Thierry is extremely saddened by the breakdown of his marriage.
"He is anxious to move on with his life and maintain the best possible relationship he can with Claire for the benefit of their daughter Tea, whom he loves very much.
"Thierry would like to stress that contrary to reports in the press, his move to Barcelona was entirely for footballing reasons.
"We would ask the media to kindly respect the privacy of both parties at this difficult time."
The statement said Henry would not be making any further comment.
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