Robin van Persie is closing in on the Feyenoord head coach job, just a year into his managerial career, sources have told ESPN.

Robin van Persie could be back at the Emirates soon to take on Arsenal in the Champions League. The Dutchman spent eight years as a Gunner and played more games for the North Londoners than any other club in his career.

As per Voetbal International, Feyenoord have reported to SC Heerenveen for the services of Robin van Persie. The Rotterdammers want to take the trainer on immediately as the permanent managerial

Former Arsenal striker Robin van Persie is set to become the new head coach of Feyenoord this week which means an Arsenal reunion could be on the cards.

Former Manchester United striker Robin van Persie is reportedly closing in on becoming the next Feyenoord manager.Van Persie is currently in charge of Heerenveen, who sit ninth in the Eredivisie

Heerenveen manager, Robin van Persie, is set to be named the head coach of Feyenoord, according to ESPN. Van Persie has only been a manager for one year. The 41-year-old only took charge of Heerenveen last summer – his first senior coaching post.