'No lack of leadership at Barca' - Martinez

"No, not at all. The defense is well covered, with ups and downs, as was the case at times last year. It's true that I had a leading or important role in the team, and I felt that way because if I ever had to speak up, I did, but I don't think there's a lack of leadership now. The locker room is united, and there are players who are there when the need arises,"

"I still watch La Liga, I like football, and Barça is only two points behind Madrid. I have no doubt they'll fight for titles."

"People say Barça isn't doing well, but in reality we're two points behind. I still count myself as part of the squad. This Barça will deliver and compete for everything."

Defense is well covered with ups and downs similar to last year. A leading or important role existed within the team and speaking up occurred when necessary. There is not a lack of leadership at present. The locker room remains united and players are present when the need arises. La Liga continues to be followed and Barça sits only two points behind Madrid, maintaining the capacity to fight for titles. Public perceptions of poor form contrast with the close league position. The squad identity remains intact and the team is expected to deliver and compete for everything.

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