United take on Xavi's side at Old Trafford on Thursday night, with a spot in the last 16 of the Europa League at stake. Van Persie spoke to United's in-house media team during his visit to their Carrington training ground. When asked if he could sense something "special" was brewing at Old Trafford, the former Arsenal striker replied: "I can feel that. Van Persie, who was linked with the assistant manager role at United last summer, added: "People are really happy to see Manchester United play. Although the Barcelona game is very important, the Red Devils have not won a trophy since May 2017 and are desperate to end their wait.
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