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Everton defender Heitinga prepared for showdown with Arsenal ace Van Persie

Everton defender Johnny Heitinga is ready for a big test against Arsenal.

Heitinga will come face-to-face with his international teammate Robin van Persie, who after an injury ravaged season is beginning to find some form.

The frontman scored a hat-trick in Arsenal's last home league game against Wigan and Heitinga is pleased to see him back in the goals.

"He's a top striker he was struggling with his ankle but at the moment he's fit and he's playing well for Arsenal," Heitinga told evertonfc.com.

"I'm happy for him and I'm also happy for the Dutch team because he can play in a couple of games for them in March.

"He has a really good left foot, but also his movement and his first touch on the ball."

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