Source: SKY_Sports
Anderson hails family feel
Manchester United midfielder Anderson has praised Sir Alex Ferguson for building what he believes is the 'greatest team in the world'.
The Brazilian is expected to play in his second consecutive UEFA Champions League final on Wednesday at the tender age of 20 and has highlighted the bond created by Ferguson between the players as key to their success.
"He is the big daddy, especially to the young players," said Anderson. "He supports them and gives them the maturity needed to achieve things. Above all, he trusts them.
"Basically he tries to keep everybody happy. He has created a big family I feel comfortable with.
"We are all good friends. It is why Manchester United is the greatest team in the world."
Anderson grew up in a poor family from Sao Paolo but was bought by Ferguson for around £18million from Porto in June 2007 and he admits that although his lifestyle has changed, he will never forget his roots.
"What is happening now is a real contrast to compared with what I am used to," he said.
"I come from a poor background and to have a chance to be in another Champions League Final, lining up alongside players like (Wayne) Rooney and (Cristiano) Ronaldo is an amazing thing.
"But I don't think it changes you. It changes your lifestyle but not your personality.
"I want to win things in life but I am not a different person. I am still the same as I was back then.
Moving to England and learning a new language as a teenager has been tough on the Brazilian international, but the former Gemio dynamo has had fellow professionals on hand to help him settle in Manchester.
"Cristiano [Ronaldo] was fantastic for me when I joined and continues to be a great support. Having Robinho in town as well is good because he is always available to help out if needed.
"It is great for me. People might talk about those star players but I am happy just to be one of the group.
"I am enjoying my football and I just hope I can keep helping the team to win trophies."
