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Burnley boss Kompany, Henry early candidates for Belgium job

Belgium are seeking a new coach after Roberto Martinez's departure.

Martinez announced his exit after Belgium were eliminated from the World Cup at the group stage.

RTBF reports Thierry Henry and Vincent Kompany are early favourites for the post.

Arsenal legend Henry is currently the assistant coach of Belgium, while Kompany is the manager of Burnley.

Holland boss Louis van Gaal, who will leave after the World Cup, has previously touted himself for the Belgium job.

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