Dirk Kuyt has played a key role in Robin van Persie's impending move to Fenerbahce from Manchester United, according to Turkish broadcaster NTV Spor.
Van Persie has been tipped to move to Fenerbahce after reportedly agreeing a four-year contract, while it has also been claimed that his move will be announced after the Yellow Canaries confirm Nani's signing from Manchester United.
Former Liverpool striker Kuyt meanwhile is said to have played a key role in convincing Van Persie to move to Fenerbahce.
Kuyt, who played alongside Van Persie for the Netherlands, recently turned out for Fenerbahce in Turkey, having joined the club from Liverpool.
The striker thoroughly enjoyed his experience in Turkey and has talked up the benefits of a move to the Yellow Canaries to Van Persie, playing a key role in convincing his countryman.
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Van Persie though will not be playing alongside Kuyt at Fenerbahce as the Dutchman ended his spell in Turkey this summer to return home with Feyenoord.
At present Van Persie has just a single year left on his contract at Manchester United and has not been offered an extension.
Fenerbahce are already making plans for his signing ceremony and Wednesday has been mooted as being a key day in the Turkish club's mission.
