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A hat-trick by Robin van Persie - sold to United from Arsenal last summer - sealed a 3-0 win over Aston Villa at Old Trafford on Monday night to secure a 20th domestic championship for the Red Devils. Tradition has seen champions clapped onto the pitch in the past,Jordan Bred For Sale, with United having done so for Chelsea in 2005 and also Arsenal back in 1991 at Highbury.
However, given the animosity from some Gunners supporters to the ?24million departure of their former captain to United,Jordan Breds, where he has gone on to score 28 goals,the issue did throw up concerns. Nevertheless, Press Association Sport understands Arsenal will proceed with the plans to mark United's achievements.
The Gunners should learn on Tuesday afternoon whether striker Olivier Giroud will be available against United following the club's appeal over his red card in the 1-0 win at Fulham,which if upheld would mean an automatic three-match suspension.