Van Persie pens new deal

Arsenal have confirmed that Robin van Persie has signed a new long-term contract with the club.

The Dutch striker joined the Gunners from Feyenoord in 2004 and has made 177 appearances in total, scoring 63 goals.

He has been troubled by injuries at times but enjoyed an excellent 2008/9 season to help the Gunners finish fourth in the Premier League and reach the semi-finals of the FA Cup and UEFA Champions League.

Speculation surfaced last month linking Van Persie with a move away from Emirates Stadium but he immediately dismissed the reports.

The 25-year-old has now backed that up by committing his future to Arsenal.