Robin van Persie Appointed Head Coach of Feyenoord

Robin van Persie has been appointed as the new head coach of Feyenoord, signing a contract until June 2027. This marks a significant return for the former Dutch striker, who has deep ties to the club, having played there at the start and end of his career. Van Persie takes over after the sacking of Brian Priske and aims to improve the team's performance as they currently sit third in the Eredivisie. He previously managed Heerenveen and has experience coaching at Feyenoord's youth levels. Expressing excitement about his new role, Van Persie emphasized his strong bond with the club and the goal of achieving success together with the players. Feyenoord is also set to compete against Inter Milan in the Champions League Round of 16, presenting an early challenge for the new coach.