Arsene Wenger thinks that Robin van Persie should be named footballer of the year.
The captain and best player in the Arsenal team has scored 33 goals for the gunners in all competitions while remaining injury free. Talking about RVP Wenger said: “His focus has always been very great.
“But this is the first year he has been consistently on the field — and that explains why he deserves to be Player of the Year.”
Dutch international van Persie will arsenal Against Manchester City tomorrow in what is a crucial match for the North West club who if they lose and Fellow rivals United win would see them 8 points behind in the race for the title.
The big spending City is also thought to have RVP on their shopping list this summer.
When asked about his thoughts on this the Arsenal manager said: “Van Persie’s not at the end of his contract despite what people might think.
“He has one year to go and I don’t think it’s the best subject before this weekend’s game.”
