The midfielder says he is willing to run "5,000
kilometres" so one of the team's star men can remain in the final third,
but admits it's hard work
Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic insists it is not as easy to play with Lionel Messi, Neymar and Luis Suarez as people suggest.The forward trio helped fire the Catalans to a European and domestic treble last season and have been hailed as one of game's finest attacking combinations of all time.
Rakitic says the team are happy to work to serve the attackers, but admits it's hard work covering them defensively.
"Many people say that it is very easy to play with them," he told Marca. "I don't agree.
"They are players of a different level and if we play for them is because they have earned it, but that does not mean it's easy.
"And if I have to run 5,000 kilometers to one of them to have their best moment, I will do it. We do it.
"All teams would like to have Leo, but fortunately we have him with us and we will take care of him as best we can.
"He does things that no one else can do. Life is easiest with him and if we can make it even better, perfect."
Rakitic also revealed he is keen to add three more trophies to his collection between now and the end of the year.
He added: "In a short time, we are going to play for two more titles: the Uefa Supercup and Spanish Supercup and at the end of the year, the Club World Cup.
"It's so beautiful, we fight for trophies and we make a sacrifice in being away from our families.
"Sevilla have been reinforced very well, it will be very difficult against them. We know each other very well.
"I know Unai Emery will prepare the game very well. We will be prepared, and see if we can win the first title of the season."
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