Van Persie: No one can match Arsenal for thrills and excitement

Van Persie said: “What we are doing at Arsenal is unique throughout Europe.

“It is just a tremendous joy to be playing as part of this team.

“I love the way we play and the fact so many people want to come and watch us.”

He added: “When I came to Arsenal I was a bit of an individual but the boss taught me how to become a team player.

“It’s the same with all new arrivals. You are gradually introduced into the side and slowly start to think the Arsenal way. No one else plays like that.”