Wayne Rooney gives seal of approval for return of Manchester United icon

A potential return to Manchester United for Robin van Persie has been supported by Wayne Rooney, who has labelled the United icon  a “great character.”

With Erik ten Hag thought to be in pole position to succeed Ralf Rangnick at Manchester United, he has been tipped to bring with him a Dutch coach. Ruud van Nistelrooy was reported to be in the running to join ten Hag, but the former United striker has agreed to take over at PSV Eindhoven.

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Van Nistelrooy, 45, has worked with various age-group teams at the Eredivisie club. And he was also Holland’s assistant at the European Championships last summer. But he will now replace current boss Roger Schmidt at the expiration of his contract this summer.

But another former Dutch star, who held legendary status at Old Trafford, has been mentioned as a contender to arrive with Ten Hag.

Van Persie referred to United as “home” in 2016 ahead of Fenerbahce’s Champions League clash with United. And the Daily Express reports  that the former Arsenal man is a contender to arrive with Ten Hag.

What’s more Derby County boss Rooney has endorsed his potential return to the club.

“Robin – great character, great player,” Rooney said. “So much ability.”

Rooney also recalled the time when he assisted Van Persie for “the best Premier League goal” in history.

Aston Villa were beaten at Old Trafford and Van Van Persie