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Rio Ferdinand reveals why Alex Ferguson bought Robin Van Persie

by | 2nd, January 2013

LAST year Robin Van Persie was the Premier League’s top scorer. The then Arsenal captain’s 29 league goals lifted his side from mediocrity to Champions’ League qualifiers. The brilliant Dutchman won the PFA and FWA player of the year gongs.

So. Why did Manchester United buy him? United captain Rio Ferdinand has an thought:

The manager saw something in him…

Alex Ferguson – what a talent spotter.



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