Euro 2016: Van Persie In Pain Over Netherlands' Loss To Turkey

Striker Robin van Persie said Netherlands were not giving up on qualifying for Euro 2016, despite a 3-0 loss to Turkey.

Netherlands striker Robin van Persie said their performance was not reflected fairly in a damaging 3-0 loss to Turkey, a huge dent in their Euro 2016 qualifying hopes.

The heavy defeat in Konya on Sunday marked Danny Blind's second successive loss since taking charge of the Dutch side in July.

Fenerbache Refuses To Set Goal-Target At Fenerbahce

Has the goals seems to be dying up Robin Van Persie has refused to promise Fenerbahce fans goals.

Robin van Persie is refusing to set himself a goal target for new club Fenerbahce, whom he joined for €6.5 million from Manchester United this summer. The 31-year-old made his debut for the Turkish team on Tuesday as they drew against Shakhtar Donetsk 0-0 on home soil in their Champions League third-round qualification first leg.

Expectations are high that Van Persie can help Fenerbahce topple Galatasaray as Super Lig champions in 2015-16, but the Dutch forward stressed factors other than his own form will affect his goalscoring tally.

How Van Gaal Asked Robin To Leave Manchester United

Robin van Persie was told in May that he could leave Manchester United, according to Louis van Gaal. The 31-year-old has joined Fenerbahce for a fee in the region of €6.6 million and has signed a three-year contract worth around €5.2m per year.

Van Gaal claims Van Persie was informed about the decision at the club’s golf day on May 20 and insists he has contacted the striker since his move to Turkey.

“I have said in a conversation with him and we have to keep it like that. He knows that already from the day we have played golf,” said the United manager.

Robin Van Persie Thanks Arsenal & Manchester United Fans

Robin van Persie has taken the time to thank former clubs Arsenal and Manchester United after completing his move to Fenerbahce. The 31-year-old was unveiled at Sukru Saracoglu Stadium on Tuesday, with the €6.6 million deal seeing him link-up with former United team-mate Nani in Istanbul.

And as he reflected on 11 rollercoaster years in the Premier League, Van Persie took to Twitter to wish both Arsenal and United well for the future.

"Thank you Arsenal and thank you Manchester United," he wrote alongside images of the team and individual awards he won at both clubs. "Wish you all the best."

Fenerbache Completes Van Persie Signing

Fenerbahce have completed the signing of Robin van Persie from Manchester United. The veteran striker moves for a fee in the region of €6 million and will join former United team-mate Nani in Istanbul.

Talks had hinged on a settlement agreement between Van Persie and United, negotiating a pay-off for the final year of his £12m-a-season contract, and he now becomes Fenerbahce’s highest paid player.

The transfer, though, marks a remarkable fall from grace for the 31-year-old, who was the Premier League’s top scorer in his maiden year at Old Trafford as his £22.5m move from Arsenal quickly yielded a 20th league title.

Manchester United In Cavani Bid Again

For probably the millionth time, Uruguayan international Edinson Cavani is once again being linked with a move to the Premier League on Monday morning.

The Guardian’s Jamie Jackson, who is roundly considered to be a reliable source of information, has reported that Manchester United are looking at 28-year-old Cavani as a possible replacement for Robin van Persie, who joined Fenerbahce on Sunday. It’s worth adding that the Sunday Star reported a similar story over the weekend.

Currently, Wayne Rooney and James Wilson are the only two strikers on Louis van Gaal’s books, and the feeling is that United will add to their attack ahead of the new season. The Guardian say Cavani is now “Louis van Gaal’s No1 choice”.

Fenerbahce Fans Give Van Persie Heroic Welcome

Manchester United striker Robin Van Persie was mobbed by thousands of Fenerbahce fans as the forward arrived in Istanbul to complete his move to the Turkish side this evening.

The Dutchman is expected to be officially unveiled as a Fenerbahce player tomorrow after travelling to Turkey to complete a medical.

Robin Van Persie left Manchester earlier on Sunday afternoon with a Fenerbahce scarf around his neck and was greeted by some very excited supporters at Sabiha Gokcen Airport in Turkey.

Fenerbahce: Van Persie Has Completed Move

Manchester United striker Robin van Persie has completed a move to Fenerbahce, according to the Turkish club's chairman Aziz Yildirim. Fenerbahce announced on Thursday that they had opened talks with United over the potential signing of the Dutchman, and it appears that they have now finalised a deal for Van Persie.

"We worked very hard, until midnight. We received five faxes, sent six faxes and finally it was finished," Yildirim told Hurriyet.

MANCHESTER UNITED: Robin Van Persie Relaxed Over Future

Robin van Persie is refusing to pay attention to speculation linking him with a move from Manchester United. Manchester United striker Robin van Persie has vowed to see out his contract at Old Trafford and fight for a starting berth next term, despite reports of an off-season departure.

Van Persie entering the final year of his United contract - revealed earlier in June that he was evaluating his future at Old Trafford amid talk of a reduced role under Louis van Gaal in 2015-16.
The 31-year-old Netherlands international has been linked to Italian champions Juventus, Lazio and Turkish giants Fenerbahce, however the veteran believes he can still perform at the highest level.
Van Persie only scored 10 goals in 27 Premier League matches last season.

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Bad Luck Behind Robin Van Persie's Poor Season - Louis van Gaal

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal believes bad luck has been behind Robin van Persie's slow start to the season. The Netherlands international has scored just twice for United, putting him under pressure to retain his spot. United captain Wayne Rooney returns from a three-game suspension for the Manchester derby, meaning Sunday's clash against Chelsea could be Van Persie's last chance.

Van Gaal said he expected the 31-year-old Van Persie to start scoring again.
"He's a little bit unlucky, like against West Bromwich Albion when he shot with right foot - it was hard to believe that that shot stayed out of the goal," he said.

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Van Persie Was The Most Affected By Ferguson's Departure

Manchester United striker Robin van Persie was hit hardest by Alex Ferguson's retirement, according to Rio Ferdinand. Ferguson retired in May 2013, less than a year after bringing Van Persie to the Premier League giants from rivals Arsenal.

QPR defender Ferdinand, still at United at the time, said the Netherlands international - who struggled for fitness under David Moyes last season and has scored just once this term - was the most affected by Ferguson's departure.

FIRE!!! Van Persie Sends Warning To Radameal Falcao

Robin van Persie has warned Radamel Falcao he must fight for his place in the starting line-up at Manchester United. The Colombia international arrived at Old Trafford on Transfer Deadline Day in a loan deal from Monaco and joins Dutchman Van Persie and Wayne Rooney in Manchester United's strike force.
The Holland international has welcomed Falcao's arrival but insists all four United attackers will have to work hard for a place in the starting XI.

WORLD CUP: Van Persie Wants Netherlands To Avoid Brazil

Netherlands captain Robin van Persie has urged his team-mates to make sure they finish top of their World Cup group and avoid a last-16 clash with hosts Brazil.

The Dutch and Chile have both qualified for the knockout stages and face each other in Sao Paulo on Monday, with the Netherlands needing a draw to finish top of Group B.

The second-placed side is likely to come up against Brazil in the second round, assuming Luis Felipe Scolari’s men finish top of Group A. Van Persie will miss Monday’s clash through suspension but has urged his team-mates not to let up after two wins so far.

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ROBIN VAN PERSIE: I Suffered Depression Last Season

Netherlands captain Robin van Persie has revealed the anguish he experienced last season owing to the amount of time he spent out injured.

The United forward spent three months on the sidelines last season after picking up a host of injuries.
Van Persie’s injuries restricted him to just 28 appearances last season.

Although the Dutchman spent a huge chunk of the season on the sidelines he still managed to notch 18 goals for the Red Devils. But despite scoring 18 times last season the former Arsenal man revealed that his injuries made him frustrated and that they affected his confidence.

ROBIN VAN PERSIE: I Am Staying At Manchester United

Robin van Persie has insisted he wants to stay at Manchester United and said he would be delighted to sign a new deal at Old Trafford.

Speculation has been rife that the out-of-form Dutchman wants to leave the Premier League champions and there has even been suggestions the striker does not get along with boss David Moyes.

But the 30-year-old, who joined from Arsenal in a controversial £24million move in 2012, firmly denied this was the case and said: "The truth is I’m very happy here at this club. I signed for four years and I’d be delighted to stay even longer, beyond the next two years I have left on my contract. This is how I feel, although it’s not what has been suggested in the media."

Robin Van Persie Anxious To Exit Manchester United

Robin van Persie wants to leave Manchester United this summer - with Juventus waiting to pounce.
The Dutch striker joined the Red Devils in a controversial £24million move from Arsenal in 2012, and enjoyed a superb first season at Old Trafford where he played a key role in the title winning campaign.

Van Persie, 30, is understood to be unhappy at the club following the departure of Sir Alex Ferguson and the ex-Gunners star has also had to contend with a number of injuries and a loss of form.

The United hitman was critical of his team-mates after the 2-0 Champions League defeat to Olympiakos in their last-16 clash earlier this month.