RVP: The man with the child in his eyes

Robin van Persie turned the clock back two decades for the answer to the biggest question of his life.

With his career at Arsenal at a crossroads, Van Persie knew Europe’s biggest clubs all wanted him. Last season’s Golden Boot, plus the prestigious PFA player-of-the-year award were merely confirmation of what everyone felt about the 29-year-old.

Juventus confirmed their interest. Manchester City started the summer believing Van Persie would join their title-winning squad. But when Van Persie listened for that little voice, the answer was straightforward; join United.