Manchester United have announced the signing of Arsenal striker Robin van Persie on a four-year contract.
The Dutchman’s future has been under scrutiny for weeks after he revealed he wouldn’t be signing a new contract at the Emirates, and several clubs were vying for his signature.
However, United agreed a fee with the Gunners on Wednesday and the striker headed north to undergo a medical and discuss personal terms.
United have now announced on ManUtd.com that van Persie passed his medical and agreed terms on a four-year contract, with the deal being completed in time for him to make his debut against Everton on Monday night.
On the deal Sir Alex Ferguson told the clubs official website:
“Robin is a world-class striker with a proven record in England and in European football. His talents need no introduction to our fans – he has scored a number of goals against us in some classic battles with his former club. His movement, finishing and all-round ability are outstanding.”
Robin van Persie said it’s an honor for him to be signing for United and he looks forward to competing for trophies
The Catalan club sent vice-president Josep Maria Bartomeu to London earlier this week to negotiate a deal for the Cameroon international, which appears to be gaining pace.
Barcelona see Song as the perfect replacement for Seydou Keita who left the club earlier this summer and Wenger admitted to reporters on Friday morning that he could lose the midfielder.
When asked about Song leaving and the possibility of signing Real Madrid’s Nuri Sahin to replace him, Wenger said: “Both could happen, but my focus is on theSunderland game (on Saturday).
“Midfield is an area where we have much more freedom to make decisions.”
Negotiations continue then over Song’s proposed move to Barcelona and Inside Spanish Football will keep you updated on the situation.
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