Robin van Persie has revealed the "ruthless" conversation he held with former Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal prior to his Old Trafford exit.
01.04.2020 - 10:13 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Former Manchester United striker Robin van Persie has opened up on his time at Old Trafford, revealing which five players impressed him the most during his three year spell with the club.
Signed from Arsenal in August 2012 for a fee north of £20m, the Dutchman soon established him as a fans' favourite at Old Trafford, notching 26 Premier League goals in his debut campaign to help United win the Premier League title, capping off the Sir Alex Ferguson era in style.
During his time at the club,
Robin van Persie has revealed the "ruthless" conversation he held with former Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal prior to his Old Trafford exit.
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