Van Persie says United’s offensive power will strike fear into opponents

Robin van Persie believes Manchester United formidable attacking force will instil fear into their rivals.

United boss Louis van Gaal has added Radamel Falcao and Angel di Maria to create an offensive quartet which, along with Van Persie and Wayne Rooney, stands comparison with any side in world football.

Although the Red Devils have had problems at the other end of the field with a leaky defence conceding 13 goals in seven games this season, Van Persie says confidence is building — and has been further heartened by holding out for a 2-1 win at West Ham despite Rooney’s red card.