Van Persie Set For Arsenal Return

Arsenal’s want-away striker Robin van Persie is set to play his first pre-season game for the Gunners today as they tackle Cologne in Germany.
New Netherlands boss Louis van Gaal explained to the Sunday Mirror that the striker told him he was playing for the north London club today and that this game was vital to his international selection.
Speculation over a move to Manchester United continues for last season’s Premier League top goalscorer but he is set to remain as Arsenal captain as he will play at least 45 minutes for the club today.
Van Gaal, explained the situation: “Robin will ...