NFR: RVP

[craig10]

has just released a statement informing Arsenal fans he WILL NOT be signing a new contract at Arsenal

[os5889]

http://robinvanpersie.com/2012/07/04/update-for-the-fans/

UPDATE FOR THE FANS
Published: July 4, 2012 - 4:03 pm

This is an update for the fans about my current situation. I have kept quiet all this time out of respect and loyalty for the club and as agreed with Mr. Gazidis and Mr. Wenger, but since there is so much speculation in the media, I think it is fair for you guys to know what's really going on at the moment.

As announced earlier this year I had a meeting with the Boss and Mr. Gazidis after the season. This was a meeting about the club's future strategy and their policy. Financial terms or a contract have not been discussed, since that is not my priority at all.

I personally have had a great season but my goal has been to win trophies with the team and to bring the club back to its glory days. Out of my huge respect for Mr. Wenger, the players and the fans I don't want to go into any details, but unfortunately in this meeting it has again become clear to me that we in many aspects disagree on the way Arsenal FC should move forward.

I've thought long and hard about it, but I have decided not to extend my contract. You guys, the fans, have of course the right to disagree with my view and decision and I will always respect your opinions.

I love the club and the fans, no matter what happens. I have grown up and became a man during my time with Arsenal FC. Everybody at the club and the fans have always supported me over the years and I have always given my all (and more) on and off the pitch. I am very proud of being part of this fantastic club for the last 8 years. As soon as Mr. Gazidis is back from his 2-week holiday in America further meetings will follow and I will update you if and when there are more developments.

Robin van Persie

[cebu]

Does this mean he's coming to Fulham?    075.gif

[craig10]

Does this mean he's coming to Fulham?    075.gif

yh, both him and Elia were seen hot stepping away from the training ground earlier

[valdeingruo]

Does this mean he's coming to Fulham?    075.gif

yh, both him and Elia were seen hot stepping away from the training ground earlier

heard hes phoned his mate Sneijder and they phoned Messi who both are on their way to Motspur as we speak.  :P

[The Bronsons]

Does this mean he's coming to Fulham?    075.gif

yh, both him and Elia were seen hot stepping away from the training ground earlier

heard hes phoned his mate Sneijder and they phoned Messi who both are on their way to Motspur as we speak.  :P

Don't get excited. They'll all fail the medical.

[nickmuir]

robin van persie, he leaves when he wants,   robin van persie,  he leaves when he wants

[EJL]

He's a nob. Should've just said before the Euros.

[mrpimlico]

I wonder if he really has just told the club or whether they knew before. If the two dems both come out now and announce they won't sign an extension and the club have no idea its a nightmare. You know, I love football but I'm not particularly keen on footballers

[mangoputney]

My sentiments exactly pimlico

[Legate21]

I caught the tail end of a conversation between 2 Arsenal fans this morning whereby both of them claimed they couldn't care less he was moving on. They slagged him off for performing well in one season out of his seven seasons there and claimed if they can get decent money for him then they'd be happy to see the back of him. All seems a bit bitter to me. In my opinion they're very lucky it was the penultimate year of his contract he peformed so well, as he would of left for probably half of what he will now and they would have probably been hanging onto a top 6 spot by a thread.