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'I don’t know Robin and Robin doesn’t know me' - Solskjaer dismisses Van Persie criticism

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has brushed off criticism received from Robin van Persie in the wake of his side's reverse at the hands of Arsenal.

The Reds went down 2-0 at the Emirates Stadium on New Year's Day, with goals from Nicolas Pepe and Sokratis ensuring a rotten afternoon for the visitors.

Defeat means United remain some distance behind Chelsea and the final Champions League qualifying spot, currently trailing the Blues by five points; and it also invited some strong words from former Arsenal and United man Van Persie.