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REVEALED: De Gea had MORE effective possession than Man Utd striker RvP

Manchester United striker Robin van Persie continued against Arsenal on Saturday.

Van Persie failed to last the full 90, being replaced by youngster James Wilson in the second-half of United's 2-1 win.

The Dutchman had just 13 touches against the Gunners, and amazingly three of those came from corners.

Van Persie also completed fewer passes than United goalkeeper David de Gea.

The striker has scored just three times for his club this season, with his last goal coming against Chelsea last month.

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