Luis Suarez says he came to Barcelona to score goals rather than simply assist Lionel Messi and Neymar.
Suarez has struggled on the goalscoring front since his €88 million move from Liverpool this summer and has only netted for Luis Enrique's men on one occasion since making his debut against Real Madrid in October.
The Uruguayan striker has notched five assists in six La Liga matches, however, and while he is keen to stress that results are more important than his personal tally, he admits he would prefer to be scoring goals rather than setting them up.
"It's very easy playing alongside Messi," he told reporters. "I enjoy playing with Messi.
"Obviously being a forward I would like to score more goals. But while the team does well there is no problem. It is incredible to play alongside the best player in the world. His style of play benefits the team.
"We do not play only for Messi, though. We play for each other. We know that other players can make a difference, such as as Messi, Neymar and Andres Iniesta. These are footballers that can give you confidence when playing with them.
"I'd rather us win 5-0 and I do not score, than us win 2-0 and I score. If you win while scoring goals then you leave happy, but the most important thing is always the team. I do not think just of me.
"I'm used to being the main goalscorer, but I also always like to help. But I also know that I came here to score goals not only give assists.
"I came here because I scored many goals in my career and especially at Liverpool. But luckily I am not alone in this, I have players at my side capable of deciding a game and make a difference."
Barca are in action on Wednesday at home to Paris Saint-Germain - a victory will assure them of top spot in Group F of the Champions League, while a draw or defeat will see them head into the last 16 as second seeds behind current group leaders PSG.
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