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Robin van Persie Named Head Coach of Heerenveen

The former Arsenal and Manchester United star signs a two-year contract for his first senior coaching role.

  • Van Persie, 40, previously coached Feyenoord's under-18 team and worked with the first team.
  • Heerenveen, currently 10th in the Eredivisie, will hold a press conference with Van Persie on Tuesday.
  • The Dutch club praised Van Persie's ambition, passion, and ability to motivate players.
  • Van Persie is the Netherlands' all-time top scorer with 50 goals in 102 appearances.
  • Heerenveen's current coach, Kees van Wonderen, will leave after the season ends on Sunday.
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