Sergio Aguero: 'I'm really bad at diving'

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has said that he is "really bad" at diving and therefore unwilling to risk a yellow card by going down too easily.

The Argentine international has gained a reputation for staying on his feet since arriving in England from Atletico Madrid in 2011.

"It's funny because many people have told me I need to go down more," the 25-year-old told The Mirror. "My reaction, though, is it would be an automatic yellow because I'm really bad at it!

"My character and style of play mean I will carry on and stay on my feet as much as possible. If I fall, I'll get up again and go after the ball. That's just the way I am."

Aguero has been in fine form this season, netting 18 in 19 appearances across all competitions.