Chelsea Line Up Move For United Star - Why He'd Be A Perfect Fit For The Blues

Reports in Italy claim Chelsea are one of three clubs lining up a shock move for Manchester United striker Robin van Persie. The Dutchman looks to be on his way out of Old Trafford this summer as David Moyes seeks to rebuild his squad after a dreadful first season at the club. AS Monaco and Juventus are also supposedly in the race to secure the 30-year old's signature, but Stamford Bridge would be the perfect destination for the former Arsenal forward, in my eyes. 

Jose Mourinho has struggled with options up front this season as Fernando Torres, Demba Ba and Samuel Eto'o have failed to impress in such a talented team who currently sit top of the Premier League. It's been clear all season that despite the likes of Eden Hazad and Oscar in Chelsea's star studded squad, an out and out goalscorer is exactly what they need to continue challenging for major honours.

Van Persie's proven goalscoring ability makes him the ideal choice for Mourinho's men after finishing top of the goalscoring charts for the past two seasons in the Premier League, and his undoubted talent would bring something new to a side whose only weakness seems to be scoring goals.

After a frustrating season so far in an underperforming Manchester United side, van Persie has only managed 11 league goals, trailing top scorer Luis Suarez by 13. But with the creativity of Hazard, Oscar and Willian from midfield, RVP would certainly thrive should he be leading the line in a blue shirt next season.

Chelsea fans, would you welcome RVP at the Bridge?

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