Five potential continental clubs for Red Devil Robin van Persie

Premier League poacher Robin van Persie was expected to thrive under compatriot Louis van Gaal after the Dutch coach took over at Manchester United, with the pair having previously pulled together for Clockwork Orange’s World Cup campaign.

However, the Netherlands hitman has struggled for form, with just 10 strikes this season, and is currently sidelined with an ankle injury.

The Red Devils (6/1 with Coral to finish outside the top four) are no longer reliant on the ex-Arsenal star, and are reportedly ready to offload him this summer before the 31-year-old’s contract expires next term.

Here, Coral writers contemplate continental destinations where the Man Utd marksman could move next.

Feyenoord
Van Persie is believed to favour ending his career in the Netherlands, and could return to his homeland after spending 11 seasons in England.

Whether any Eredivisie side could afford prolific Van Persie’s pricetag or wages is doubtful, but the frontman’s father Bob told media that once his Old Trafford deal ends, Van Persie will “go back to Excelsior. Money will never be an issue.”

The sharpshooter may still be a few seasons away from returning to his boyhood club, but could still join a title challenging side such as Ajax, PSV or former club Feyenoord, with whom he shared a tumultuous time.

Revisiting Feyenoord may be the best pick, however, as the third-placed Rotterdam team need a blockbuster boost to compete with their rivals.

Galatasaray
Turkish giants Gala are always in the hunt for big-name transfers, and Van Persie could emerge as a target to join Clockwork Orange teammate Wesley Sneijder at the Super Lig side.

The likes of Fenerbahce and Besiktas may also be options, and the Turkish trio could all likely offer handsome wages, bustling stadiums, fierce rivalries and European competition.