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The former Arsenal captain was spotted having a special moment with the players and his former teammates in training.
Former Manchester United forward Robin van Versie was a special guest at the club’s training ground on Wednesday as the Reds prepared for a crunch tie in the Europa League.
As a part of the process for obtaining his coaching badges, Van Persie was at Carrington following an invitation from United boss Erik ten Hag.
The former United star was spotted in a light mood with Manchester United players as he also reunited with former teammates led by goalkeeper David De Gea.
Van Persie shares special moments
The Dutchman, who joined the Red Devils from rivals Arsenal in 2012, leading the club to a record 21 Premier League title embraced the players before sharing some special moments with ex-teammates De Gea and Luke Shaw.
He also met two other teammates and Dutchmen Wout Weghorst, and Tyrell Malacia, who he spent time with at Feyenoord.
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During his time at Old Trafford, van Persie netted 48 goals in 86 matches for Manchester United before he departed in 2015.
United step up preparation for Barcelona
In a related development, Manchester United continued their preparation for the Europa League playoffs second leg clash against Barcelona.
The Red Devils host the LaLiga giant in the decisive second leg slated for Thursday at Old Trafford to decide which club advances to the next round.
United forced Barcelona to a share of the spoils in the first leg following an entertaining 2-2 draw at Camp Nou last week.
The English giants on Wednesday stepped up preparation as they put finishing touches ahead of that crucial battle tomorrow.
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