Luis suarez on Messi's Friendship: "He's a friend and a great father"

Luis Suarez has given an insight into his friendship with Lionel Messi, one that has blossomed over the past few years since his arrival in Barcelona.

The South American pair can often be seen linking up on the pitch, but they are also pretty close when it comes to off the field matters.

Suarez claims their age and similar lifestyles have resulted in a true friendship despite the egos that often come within a football team.'Leo is my teammate and friend, a good person and a great father to a family,' the Uruguayan told Sport.I don't see in him the same Messi everybody else does. However, on the pitch there are also moments in which I realise what a great footballer he is and the incredible things he does,' he added.