Manchester United’s former ace Robin van Persie joins boyhood club Feyenoord on one-year deal 13 years after leaving for Arsenal
ROBIN VAN PERSIE is closing in on a sensational switch back to where it all began at Feyenoord.
The ex-Manchester United striker kick-started his career with the Dutch club as a 16-year-old before moving to Arsenal.
Dutch striker Robin van Persie is set to leave Fenerbache for FeyenoordGetty - ContributorRobin van Persie (middle) kick-started his career with FeyenoordPA:Press Association
But 13-years after leaving Holland for the Premier League, Van Persie is set for an emotional return to his hometown.
Dutch publication Voetbalnieuws claim the player and club has reached an agreement over a one-year deal with the option of an extra year.
Feyenoord are hoping to come to an agreement with Fenerbache over his transfer but his wages have proved to be a stumbling block.
The 33-year-old scored nine times in a injury-hampered campaign for the Turkish side last season.
Feyenoord brought former Liverpool man Dirk Kuyt back to the club nine years after he left for the Kop and his return has proved a huge success.
Robin van Persie scored 25 times over two season for FenerbacheGetty ImagesRobin van Persie was the last man to hit 20 goals in a season for United back in 2013Getty Images
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