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Van Persie ‘sorry’ if Man Utd move angered Arsenal fans, but has no regrets

The Dutch striker departed north London in the summer of 2012, with the decision taken to trade life at Emirates Stadium for that at Old Trafford

Robin van Persie is “sorry” if his move to Manchester United angered Arsenal, but claims to have no regrets at having swapped Emirates Stadium for Old Trafford.

After eight years in north London, the Dutch striker took the controversial call to link up with a Premier League rival in the summer of 2012.

He had been a prolific presence with the Gunners, netting 132 goals in 278 appearances.