Neymar: 'I'm great friends with Lionel Messi'

Neymar has revealed that his off-the-field relationship with Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi is a key part of their on-the-field success.

Both attackers have been in excellent form this season, with the pair striking up a strong relationship in the final third of the field.

Messi set up both of Neymar's goals in Saturday's 6-0 win at Elche, while the duo are always seen to be celebrating together.

"When you're friends and have a great relationship off the pitch, everything just clicks. I'm great friends with Leo and that tells out on the pitch," Neymar has been quoted by Marca.

Neymar, 22, has scored 19 times in 24 games for Barca this season.