Van Persie Appointed New Manager Of Heerenveen
Former Arsenal and Manchester United striker Robin Van Persie will begin his first senior coaching role at Dutch Eredivisie side Heerenveen this summer.
The 40-year-old has signed a two-year contract to replace current boss Kees Van Wonderen at the end of the season.
Van Persie has served as assistant manager and youth team coach at boyhood club Feyenoord since retiring as a player in 2019.
Heerenveen sit tenth on the Eredivisie table going into the final matchday this weekend.
"I would like to continue my development and the role of head coach fits in perfectly with that goal," said Van Persie, who was part of the Manchester United team that won the Premier League in 2013.
"Heerenveen is a very nice Premier League club with a rich tradition and loyal supporters.
"It is a fantastic challenge to contribute to the sporting ambitions and development of the club as head coach."
Van Persie is the all-time top scorer of the Dutch national team with 50 goals in 102 caps.
