Feyenoord have dismissed manager Robin van Persie after a 16‑month spell. The former Arsenal and Manchester United striker led the Rotterdam side to a second‑place finish and Champions League qualification in his only full season, but the gap to champions PSV Eindhoven stretched to 19 points. The club acted two weeks after appointing technical director Devy Rigaux and a desire to reset.

Van Persie earned credit for steering the club through a turbulent campaign, securing European football despite inconsistent results. Internal analysis cited a declining points trend in both domestic league and Europe, as well as concerns over style of play development. Consequently, the board concluded a fresh coach would better serve the upcoming season and the board hopes the change will spark a more attacking identity.

The decision ends Van Persie's second stint with Feyenoord; he previously played 122 games, netting 46 goals, and served as assistant under Dick Advocaat before a brief spell at Heerenveen. Fans now face a managerial vacuum as the club prepares for pre‑season, while rivals eye the chance to widen the gap at the top of the Eredivisie. The appointment timeline remains uncertain.