Wenger backs Van Persie to join Gunners greats

Arsene Wenger believes Arsenal captain Robin van Persie could one day be immortalised like Gunners legend Thierry Henry with a bronze statue outside the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal’s record goalscorer was one of three club legends to be honoured as part of their 125th anniversary celebrations, with former manager Herbert Chapman and also captain Tony Adams, who led Wenger’s men to the Double twice, each receiving a similar tribute, which were unveiled yesterday ahead of this afternoon’s Barclays Premier League game with Everton.