No. 11
RVP
Squad Number: 11
Name: Robin Van Persie
DOB: August 6th 1983
Born: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Nationality: Dutch
Previous Clubs: Excelsior Rotterdam, Feyenoord Rotterdam
Position: Winger/Striker
Signed: May 17th 2004
Debut: August 8th 2004 vs Manchester United (Community Shield)
Appearances: 79(40)
Goals: 21
International Appearances: 10(3)
International Goals: 1
Best Arsenal Moment: Scoring a stunning free kick against Wigan in the second leg of the 2006 Carling Cup semi final.
Any Other Information: Despite not being a first choice starter for Arsenal, ‘bad-boy` striker Van Persie will be starting for Holland in the 2006 FIFA World Cup fixtures. Most effective playing as a second striker, Van Persie has been touted as the long term successor to compatriot Dennis Bergkamp.