With Rafa Benitez awaiting signings, the striker position seems to be one to reinforce. The idea of the Madrid-born coach is to convince Cristiano Ronaldo to change his role and play as a forward, but the Portuguese footballer does not seem to be willing.
In that case, a goal scorer who can replace Benzema is a priority. Last year it was Chicharito, but the Mexican is no longer here. Thus, ESPN brings up a name: Robin Van Persie. It feels like the Dutchman's days at Manchester United are numbered, but at 31 he still has a lot to offer.
According to the English-speaking media, Benitez would be delighted with the idea of incorporating the former Gunner, as long as he accepted his supporting role. On the other hand, Van Persie would find the motivation he lost in the last year at Old Trafford.