Football
Arindam Rej, Man United Correspondent 8y

Manchester United's Europa League opener caused 'a stir' - Van Persie

Fenerbahce striker Robin van Persie has told Feyenoord TV that Manchester United's opening Europa League defeat has created "a bit of a stir" and that it is "amazing" to be in the same group as them.

Van Persie saw his side drawn in Group A against two of his former clubs -- United and Feyenoord -- and was intrigued to see the Premier League club lose 1-0 to the Dutch team on the opening day.

The Netherlands striker, 33, is excited about the prospect of facing United -- and has not ruled out a comeback to play in England later in his career.

"We followed the draw when we were in the coach, on the way to an away match," Van Persie said. "We first heard that we were drawn with Manchester United, which was already amazing for me. Feyenoord coming out as the third team was absolutely brilliant.

"I keep up with the results of clubs I have played for. Feyenoord is in first place and everyone is positive. Them even beating Manchester United does create a bit of a stir."

Discussing the future, Van Persie -- who is contracted to Fenerbahce until 2018 -- added: "We've moved around in recent years and that suits me very well. Over the years, I have seen that you cannot really plan your career. You have to take it as it comes. There are all kinds of things in your path and you accept it or not.

"That's how I will approach the last few years. I'm open to everything. I've been away from the Netherlands for 13 years and that suits me fine. Whether it's in England, Turkey or wherever.

"The kids are involved. They are even more English than Dutch because they grew up there. There comes a time when they also get a bigger say in where they'd like to live and be."

On Thursday, Fenerbahce face Feyenoord at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium and United take on Zorya Luhansk at Old Trafford.

The Turkish side snatched a 1-1 away against Zorya Luhansk in their opening game thanks to Simon Kjaer's injury-time equaliser.

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