Robin van Persie has opened up on private talks with Dick Advocaat about the Rangers support.
The former Ibrox boss became a firm fan favourite during his four years in Scotland as he lifted two titles during his stint in charge.
Van Persie felt he shared a similar hero status with Manchester United fans - which the duo bonded over during their time at Fenerbahce.
Speaking to the Life After Football podcast he reckons the two fan bases hold their former stars in legendary status.
Van Persie added: “ The respect of the fans is enormous.
"When I came back a few years later with Fenerbahce, after winning the league with United and Sir Alex, I still got a gigantic appreciation from the people (of Manchester).
“Dick Advocaat, our coach at Fenerbahce, recognised that. He experienced it at Rangers in Scotland. He said to me 'For the rest of your life you will be appreciated here (at United)' and he was absolutely right.
“England is a great country to live in. The people are warm and friendly. It’s a 40-minute flight from Rotterdam, but you end up in a totally different world. A very beautiful world."
