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Ernesto Valverde: Lionel Messi, Antoine Griezmann Link Will Improve 'With Time'

Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde believes the relationship between Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann will flourish over time.

Both forwards were on the scoresheet on Wednesday in the UEFA Champions League as the Blaugrana coasted to a 3-1 win over Borussia Dortmund. Messi set up goals for Luis Suarez and Griezmann either side of his own strike.

So far this season, Messi and Griezmann haven't complemented one another well in attack, although Barcelona fans will be encouraged by the way in which they coexisted on the field against Dortmund.

Valverde said he expects the pair to improve as a duo, per Alejandro Segura of Marca:

"A lot is said about their connection, especially when one of them scores.