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Robin Van Persie offered Premier League return: West Ham and Crystal Palace sounded out
WEST HAM and Crystal Palace have been offered the chance to sign Robin Van Persie this summer, according to reports.
Robin Van Persie won the Premier League with Manchester United in 2013
The 33-year-old left Manchester United for Turkish giants Fenerbahce last summer after three years at Old Trafford.
And he enjoyed an excellent campaign in Istanbul, netting 17 goals in 44 appearances as they battled Besiktas for the Super Lig title.
However, Van Persie's family are understood to have struggled to settle in Turkey and he is said to be pushing for a return to England.
The Sun claim that desire has seen West Ham and Crystal Palace contacted about taking the wantaway striker off Fenerbahce's hands.
Robin van Persie's kid scores wonder goal in back garden
Both sides are said to be keen on making a marquee signing ahead of next season, but the Hammers have seen bids knocked back for Lyon's Alexandre Lacazette, while Palace target Michy Batshuayi is set to join London rivals Chelsea.
Palace have also been linked with a move for Liverpool flop Christian Benteke, but Fenerbahce are said to be willing to let Van Persie leave for a fraction of the £30million price tag the Reds have slapped on the Belgium international.
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