Today we bore witness to the most predictable of eventualities: Robin Van Persie is out for month due to a thigh strain. There are several reasons why this news should come as no surprise. Conspicuously, however, we find ourselves approximately half a year from the World Cup. Presumably, RVP would like to show well at the World Cup. Further presumable is the fact that, in order to actually show well and perform, he will need to be fit. Now, as I mentioned, it is no surprise that RVP is injured once again. As a matter of fact, the delicate Dutchman has been plagued throughout his career by similar injuries. More than that, his run-ins with toe and groin pain this season have left Moyes woefully dependent on a faltering Welbeck. So, of course, in keeping with continuity, RVP will again be omitted from United's lineup. However, this time it smells of something worse than just an injury.
I cannot help but refer back to the point that we are approaching the World Cup. The incentive to remain healthy is paramount for footballers with impending national team commitments. RVP is one such footballer and, amid rumors of his unsettled footing at United, an eyebrow should raise this season each time a light knock translates into missed time on the pitch.
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