Martial: I'm far from becoming the next Henry

The deadline day signing outlined the Gunners legend as an
inspiration, also suggesting he was surprised by the warm welcome by
his Old Trafford team-mates Manchester united striker Anthony Martial
has indicated his belief that he is far from matching the level of
former arsenal attacker Thierry Henry and has revealed manager Louis
van Gaal's role in his move from Monaco. Martial enjoyed a sparkling
start to his Old Trafford career, with goals in Premier League wins
against Liverpool and Southampton and in the League Cup against
Ipswich Town. But United's progress was derailed somewhat by a
comprehensive 3-0 defeat to Arsenal on Sunday and the France striker
says he is still looking to the Gunners legend for inspiration, hoping
to one day reach Henry's level. "Thierry Henry? He is a legend in
England. I have everything left to prove," Martial told the French
radio station RMC. "Maybe, with hard work, I will finally reach
Henry's level. But at the moment, I'm far from it."The 19-year-old
became the world's most expensive teenager following the move from
Monaco on deadline day in a deal that could rise as high as £58
million and the France international has revealed the reasons why the
club were such an appealing draw. "Why I chose Manchester United?
Because, for me, they are amongst the 5 best clubs in the world,"
Martial said."I also really wanted to continue to play in the
Champions League. This is what made my decision. And I know Van Gaal
wanted me. That's what motivated me to take a decision."It was very
important to show the coach that he could trust me."Martial has also
spoken of his level of self confidence, insisting that he never
doubted that he would be able to step up to Premier League football
but suggesting that the contests are more intense than in Ligue 1. "I
knew that at Manchester United I would have my chance, it was just a
matter of grabbing it," the 19-year-old continued. "It's much faster
in England, there is a lot of intensity but that's what I was looking
for."Off the pitch, the France international has indicated that he has
begun to settle into life in Manchester, learning the language, but
was surprised at the warm welcome he received from his team-mates.
"When I came to Manchester United, everyone came to see me. I was
surprised by this," Martial added. "Everyone tried to speak to me, but
with the language barrier, it was difficult.""I am taking English
courses; it's difficult but I will get there."