Marc Bartra

[Stric]

I hope he continues his good performance today. His last few games show he's improving at a very fast rate. Just goes to show how much playing time helps.

 

[Indignado]

I just hope he will have two great games in the league so Tito won't feel the urge to play Adriano in central defense..

 

[abual3bed1]

He's showing his class.

 

[DonAndres]

Proud of his performance. He's actually getting reliable enough to be a candidate for future starter. We still need a new CB transfer though either way.

 

[ThwiX]

He was great.

 

[Don_Andrés]

Bartranbauer

Still need to sign a CB or two. We should never be that position again, where Mascherano or Adriano have to play CB.

 

[Stric]

One CB will be enough, considering Bartra's recent performances. Pique, the new CB, Bartra, with Puyol and Masherano will be enough.

 

[abual3bed1]

Enough with the Masch shouldn't play at CB. He's gonna stay a CB as long as he's staying in Barca. He's been a beast but for some games.

 

[Irish_Cules]

I just hope he will have two great games in the league so Tito won't feel the urge to play Adriano in central defense..

He had a very good game I agree. However, I think we are rushing to heap praise on him because we want him to do well. Adriano also played very well beside him which we should acknowledge. I'm really happy to see Barta putting in these solid performances but lets remember the quality of the opposition has been pretty poor before we go saying that he will be a future starter.

 

[DonAndres]

He played well against PSG too. He's solid, and helps the defense remain stable which is what we need most.

 

[Barcaman]

Am I really the only one who notices his constant use of his hands when tackling a player?
Looks solid on the ball but without it.. I really don't see almost anything in him that constitutes a solid defender.

 

[Indignado]

He had a very good game I agree. However, I think we are rushing to heap praise on him because we want him to do well. Adriano also played very well beside him which we should acknowledge. I'm really happy to see Barta putting in these solid performances but lets remember the quality of the opposition has been pretty poor before we go saying that he will be a future starter.

I generally agree with you, but imo he did even better against PSG and I think their quality isn't poor

 

[Don_Andrés]

I think he would benefit greatly if he had a bit more muscle on him.

 

[DonAndres]

Am I really the only one who notices his constant use of his hands when tackling a player?
Looks solid on the ball but without it.. I really don't see almost anything in him that constitutes a solid defender.

He's somewhat stupid in tackling but his positioning is great and he provides good pressure and cover when defending so the opposition can't find a good opening. Plus he remains focused and hardworking unlike Pique.

 

[Irish_Cules]

I think he would benefit greatly if he had a bit more muscle on him.

I agree. He's very thin for a centre back.