PARIS (Reuters) - Barcelona striker Neymar da Silva has confirmed that Lionel Messi, the Barcelona captain, is the best player to play alongside and that he has formed a fantastic double during his career at the Catalan club.
"Messi is the best player I've ever played," said Neymar. "For me, he's the best player in the world and he's the best player I've ever seen. We've made a great duo ... I'm happy to play next to him.
Neymar pointed out that former Spanish goalkeeper Victor Baldés was the toughest guard he faced. He also explained that Frenchman Kélien Mbabé, a Paris St Germain player, was the fastest player he knew and that Spanishman Sergio Ramos was the most powerful opponent he faced.
"The best player I met was Sergio Ramos, because he is a very good defender and scoring goals. His face is very complicated. I also played against Tiago Silva, both of whom are very good players," said Neymar.
"He is a very good young man and he still has many years to come. I think he will be a good player and one of the best players in the world. He will compete for the Golden Ball," he said. To get everything he wants, he's a good person and deserves everything. "