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Erik ten Hag 'is keen to draft in ex-Man United striker Robin van Persie to his backroom team at Man United' should he be given the job as he believes compatriot's 'knowledge about the club from his playing days will be vital'

Daily Mail | April 3, 2022

Related Topics: Robin van Persie, Erik ten Hag, Manchester United F.C., Alex Ferguson, Premier League, Edwin van der Sar, Old Trafford, AFC Ajax, Premier League Golden Boot

Erik ten Haag has earmarked fellow Dutchman Robin van Persie about returning to Manchester United as part of his backroom staff.

Ten Haag, 52, is already preparing for life at Old Trafford should United chiefs decide to appoint him as their new manager.

The Ajax boss is understood to be keen on taking Van Persie with him to Manchester, with initial talks said to be ongoing.

Ajax manager Erik ten Hag, 52, continues to be linked with taking over at Manchester United
Robin van Persie could join his fellow countryman at Old Trafford as part of his backroom staff

During his time with the Red Devils, Van Persie netted 26 goals at the club and won the Golden Boot in 2013, when United last won the Premier League under Sir Alex Ferguson.

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