The offensive trio all hail from countries traditionally great rivals, but the 28-year-old star says that this has arguably been of benefit to their relationship at Camp Nou
Lionel Messi says there is no great rivalry with Barcelona club-mates Luis Suarez and Neymar, although he admits that there is some friendly joking between the offensive trio.Between them, they have contributed 94 goals to the Catalans’ cause in all competitions this term, but on the international scene they play for a trio of South American sides who are historically great rivals.
Nevertheless, Messi, who turns out for Argentina, says that the only jibes made between the attackers are light hearted.
“We all play for Barcelona, so there’s no rivalry,” he told El Graphico. “We’re professionals. When you represent your side, your role changes, but there’s no great rivalry or tension.”