Henry has been training with the club since the American league season finishes and he could join to cover Gervinho whilst he is off at the African Cup of Nations.
“The first of January is the vital date for us,” Wenger said. “We have seven days to make decisions and I will make a decision in the next seven days on players. That’s why I have Christmas Day off … I have to think about that. Short-term is ideal for us but I haven’t made any inquiry yet. Thierry is not here at the moment. It has never come up in conversation!”
