Manchester United midfielder Anderson has rejected claims he is a diver.

Anderson came in for criticism for making the most of some tackles during last weekend's 2-2 draw with Arsenal at the Emirates.

But th Brazil international has hit back at talk he is prone to theatrics on the field.

When asked if he was a diver, Anderson told the Daily Mail: "No, not at all. I am young but I am very pure on the field.

"I do not try to trick people with my actions or practise any theatre.

"The theatre is for actors. I am a footballer and I just want to play."

The summer signing from Porto is also confident he can be a success at Old Trafford despite the problems suffered by fellow South Americans at United.

He said: "I know the stories about the problems of the South Americans at Manchester United, but I believe that this season Carlos Tevez and I will break those.

"A Brazilian should be able to triumph in any club in the world, including this one, so I won't make any excuses.

"I just want the chance to show my quality. I am Anderson, not (Juan) Veron or Kleberson. This is the difference. Perhaps I have arrived with more ambition than those two did.

"I am happy with the way my stay in England has gone so far. The advice I have had from the manager has just been to work hard and wait for my chance."

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