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Romelu Lukaku takes on Thierry Henry at basketball as Manchester United striker admits he gets more joy from making assists than scoring goals: 'I've found pleasure in giving the assist'

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku took on Thierry Henry in a game of basketball ahead of the Premier League clash with Liverpool.

Henry and Lukaku discussed all things football and United at the Carrington training complex before Saturday's game at Old Trafford.

Lukaku was also quizzed by the Sky Sports pundit, who is also one of the coaches who works with the striker when he's with the Belgium national team.

Thierry Henry met up with Romelu Lukaku ahead of the Manchester United v Liverpool game
Thierry Henry met up with Romelu Lukaku ahead of the Manchester United v Liverpool game
Henry and Lukaku discussed all things football and United at the Carrington training complex
Henry and Lukaku discussed all things football and United at the Carrington training complex
Lukaku was also quizzed by Henry, who is also a coach for the Belgium national team
Lukaku was also quizzed by Henry, who is also a coach for the Belgium national team

Henry said Lukaku had managed to answer his critics, who had highlighted his poor form over Christmas.