Only ones who can make Van Persie stay at Arsenal

Robin van Persie has been advised by his family members to stay at Arsenal, according to The Sun. His mum Jose and wife Bouchra echoing the sentiments of the Gunners faithful are urging him to be loyal to Arsenal. “Arsenal love him and that’s a great incentive to stay. Arsenal are a fantastic club," said Van Persie's mother.  “They have no debts and Robin is idolised there,” she added. Van Persie’s wife Bouchra added: “Arsenal showed faith in Robin when he was going through a lean time, so we should not repay them by thinking about other clubs. “Our home life and our children are happy in London.” Manchester City lead the chase for the Gunners skipper who has yet to commit his future to the club with just one year remaining on his contract. Spanish giants Barcelona and Italian champions Juventus also want to sign Arsenal’s double Footballer of the Year. The Dutch striker opened negotiations with Arsene Wenger and chief executive Ivan Gazidis in London last week. The Gunners are offering him a new £130,000-a-week deal, plus a £5 million re-signing bonus to enhance his position as the club’s highest-paid player.