Robin van Persie drops hint about Manchester United future

Manchester United striker Robin van Persie has given the clearest indication yet he'll be staying at Old Trafford, after indirectly addressing rumours about his future in a BT Sport interview. (The Independent)
The Dutch international has been heavily linked with a move away from the Red Devils after suffering a serious dip in form following the arrival of Louis van Gaal.

A recent report in the London Evening Standard even suggested that Manchester United will look to sell Van Persie at the end of the season to avoid paying the £10 million loyalty bonus he's set to receive at the end of his four-year contract.


But, when speaking about his side's Premier League title chances the 31-year-old spoke openly about both his and the club's future aspirations, suggesting that they'd collectively challenge for top spot next season if it's not possible to catch Chelsea or Manchester City this year.
"This year it's still possible as we've only played [a quarter] of our games, we're aiming for this year but it will be very hard," Van Persie explained. "If not this year then hopefully next year."

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Manchester United remain keen on hiring Carlo Ancelotti despite already being turned down twice by the Real Madrid manager. (The Metro)
The Italian tactician was targeted by the Red Devils to replace Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford, and again when the Premier League giants chose to sack eventual successor David Moyes after just ten months in charge.
Manchester United should have the chance to land long-term target Wesley Sneijder after his agent confirmed that the Dutch midfielder is seeking crisis talks with Galatasaray. (Daily Star)
Louis van Gaal is a known admirer of the 30-year-old playmaker, and could attempt to lure him from Turkey to Old Trafford as soon as the transfer window reopens in January.
Manchester United have been handed a chance to sign highly-rated AS Monaco defender Layvin Kurzawa after local rivals Manchester City's attempt to lure the talented youngster backfired. (The Express)

The Citizens scheduled a private jet to fly the 22-year-old over to England for last night's Champions League victory over Bayern Munich - a move that has angered the Ligue 1 club, who are now reluctant to enter into negotiations with them, paving way for Louis van Gaal to hijack the transfer.