The RvP Conundrum (Volume 2)

I’m sure that I’m not alone in wishing that this had been sorted out before now. As it stands, we still don’t know where Robin van Persie will be playing after September 1. And while this situation is far from ideal, I wonder if as fans we’re blowing the whole thing out of proportion, because I’m not entirely sure it matters where he ends up this summer. Let me explain.
I want van Persie to stay. It’s important that I state this here before I continue. We’re a better team with him, no question. Now, as a fan, was I disappointed with his statement of discontent a month ago? Of course I was. But football has never been more controlled by players and their agents as it is today. Football is more of a business than ever, and is being treated accordingly. And as the players are the most valuable commod...