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Feyenoord chief delighted as Shaqueel van Persie signs pro deal

Shaqueel van Persie has signed his first pro contract with Feyenoord.

The son of former Arsenal and Manchester United striker Robin van Persie, Shaqueel has penned terms to 2025.

The young attacker moved to Feyenoord in 2017 from Manchester City.

Feyenoord youth chief Rini Coolen said: "As a club, we are very satisfied with the development that Shaqueel is undergoing at Feyenoord. He is strong, has an excellent winning mentality, easily scores goals and shows that he is a real leader during training and matches.

"Signing his first contract is therefore a great reward for him."

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