Manchester United have confirmed on their official website they have agreed a deal for Arsenal striker Robin van Persie.
The deal is subject to a medical and personal terms. It is hoped the deal will be wrapped up in time for the kick-off of the Premier League season this weekend and brings a close to one of the most drawn out transfer sagas of the summer.
The BBC have reported the striker is to be offered a four-year-deal and would cost in the region of £24 million.
More to follow.
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