Mission Possible for Van Persie

Arsene Wenger admitted Robin Van Persie has been given a new lease of life as he attempts to break a Premier League record.

Arsenal manager Wenger believes the Netherlands international does not want to be rested in his mission to score 37 goals in a calendar year.

Van Persie took his tally to 34 goals this year with a penalty in the 2-1 victory at Aston Villa and is now only two away from equaling Alan Shearer's achievement.