Van Persie named Player of the Year

Arsenal striker Robin van Persie has been named the Professional Footballers’ Association Player of the Year.

The 28-year-old Holland international has scored 27 Barclays Premier League goals this season for the Gunners — his most fruitful campaign for the club — and was humbled to be recognised by his peers.

“If other people are saying it, it is special, but it is even more special if your opponents are saying it,” he said.

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