Stam: Robin Is World-Class

United legend Jaap Stam is due to play at Old Trafford again this summer, in the eagerly anticipated ‘Legends’ game between Manchester United and Real Madrid. A whole host of former stars will be on show at Old Trafford, including the likes of Zidane, Van Nistelrooy and Dwight Yorke.

Ahead of the game in June, the centre-back has given his thoughts on fellow Dutchman Robin van Persie, hailing the United striker as ‘world-class’.

Stam told ManUtd.com: “Since day one, when he joined, he has done very well,” he continued. “Although I’ve heard people talking about him not scoring for a while, he’s scored a lot before that and, when he gets chances again, he will score goals for United in the future.

“He’s done exceptionally well and is a world-class player who has proved himself in England really well since he left Holland. So everyone has got a lot of respect for him for what he’s done in his career.” 

He then gave his thoughts on the fact that Robin hasn’t scored in 10 club games now, but added its not important as long as the team are still winning.


“But it doesn’t matter as he’s then taking a lot of attention away from the defenders and, if someone else scores, as they have been doing, then it’s okay.”

He was then quizzed about the legends game and the thought of playing at Old Trafford again, the Dutch legend admitted that he loves playing at the Theatre of Dreams and hopes that his song may be heard from upon the terraces one last time.

“I loved playing at United, everybody knows the past and I’m not going to talk about it anymore but I love the fans and they always gave me a great feeling and a good reception.” He added “It’s going to be great coming back and maybe they can sing that song again for me.”

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