The former Netherlands international was part of the United side that was applauded out onto the pitch before a 1-1 draw at the Emirates Stadium, six days after Robin’s spectacular hat-trick against Aston Villa had secured a 20th league crown, with our top scorer netting again from the spot.
Speaking on the latest episode of UTD Podcast, which you can listen to in full now, van Persie said he respected the tradition of honouring the champions - which dates back to the 1950s, when United did it for Chelsea - but admitted that, on this occasion, his past with the Gunners made the situation awkward.