Feyenoord Parts Ways with Manager Robin van Persie

Feyenoord has officially dismissed Robin van Persie from his managerial position after 15 months. Van Persie, a former striker for the club and Arsenal, took over in February 2025 and led Feyenoord to a second-place finish in the Eredivisie for the 2025/26 season.

However, the club's performance in European competitions faltered, culminating in a disappointing exit from the Champions League and a poor showing in the Europa League, where they finished last in their group. Despite overseeing 30 wins in 58 matches, the team's domestic form suffered significantly, leading to a 19-point gap behind PSV Eindhoven in the league.

Feyenoord's technical director, Devi Rigaux, acknowledged van Persie's efforts during a challenging season but noted the need for improvement. The club has announced plans to search for a new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 campaign to facilitate a rebuild.