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29 March 2024

Latest Man United news: Robin van Persie's take on manager Moyes

Robin van Persie of Manchester United and manager David Moyes with the trophy after victory in the FA Community Shield match between Manchester United and Wigan Athletic at Wembley Stadium on August 11, 2013 in London, England. (GETTY)

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Manchester United striker Robin van Persie hailed new manager David Moyes' style, nixing rumours about his unhappiness over coaching methods at Old Trafford.

"It's wonderful to work with new manager David Moyes," Van Persie told the Dutch popular daily broadsheet De Telegraaf.

Moyes "has his own ways and means and that suits me", said the Dutch skipper, who is currently on duty for the Oranje back in the Netherlands.

"He has his own style and I am happy with it," Van Persie added. Moyes - shortly after taking the reins from Alex Ferguson at one of the world's most famous football clubs in July - hailed the mercurial Van Persie and said he hoped the striker would have as big an impact in the new English Premier League season as he did in his spectacular debut for Manchester United the year before.

Van Persie was a huge hit at Old Trafford last season after switching from Arsenal and was the Golden Boot winner in England's top flight, banging in a total of 30 goals in 48 appearances.

But reports have surfaced over Van Persie's apparent unhappiness with Moyes' methods, saying he was yet to be convinced by the former Everton boss.

Van Persie however swiftly dispelled reports on Thursday. "He (Moyes) takes care of his own training, knows what he's doing, prepares us really well ahead of our next opponents.

"It keeps us sharp, which is good, because the previous season's title has made us hungry for more," he said.

Nani signs new five-year deal

Portuguese winger Nani has signed a new five-year contract at Manchester United, the Premier League champions announced on Thursday.

The 26-year-old made only seven league starts last season, but new manager David Moyes has confirmed his faith in him by awarding him a deal that ties him to Old Trafford until 2018.

"I'm really pleased Nani has re-signed for the next five years," Moyes told the club website.

"He has great ability and experience beyond his 26 years. I've been impressed with his approach to training and look forward to working with him in the coming seasons."

A skilful, two-footed winger, Nani joined United from Sporting Lisbon in May 2007 and has won four Premier League titles, two League Cups, the Club World Cup and the 2008 Champions League during his time in Manchester.

"Playing at United has been a fantastic experience for me," said Nani, who made his first appearance of the season in Sunday's 1-0 league defeat at Liverpool.

"When I came to the club, I never imagined the success we have enjoyed. Training every day with top players who want to win trophies every year is a great motivation to me.

"I'm very happy that the new manager has shown this faith in me and I'm looking forward to helping the team compete for more honours this season."

Carrick welcomes Fellaini competition

Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has welcomed the signing of Marouane Fellaini and says he is not worried about increased competition in central midfield at the English champions.

United signed Fellaini from Everton for £27.5 million ($42.7 million, 32.4 million euros) in the closing moments of Monday's transfer deadline day, after several near-misses in the close-season transfer window.

United manager David Moyes has highlighted Fellaini's ability to play in several different positions, but Carrick says he is not concerned about losing his place in the team.

"It's something I welcome," said the 31-year-old, who was voted into the Professional Footballers' Association Team of the Season by his peers last season.

"The more top-quality players you have in your squad, whether it's in my position or not, the better it is for the team. It's not a case of me thinking, 'I might not be in the team'. I will still have to play well to be in it regardless."

Carrick is currently on international duty with England, who face Moldova in a World Cup qualifier at Wembley on Friday.