Ivan Mandić was preferred — sharper match readiness.
Cause
He is being eased back from injury.
Outlook
Likely to settle unless repeated within the next few weeks.
Stayed on the bench all match
Minor
Cause
The bench was built around different match options.
Outlook
Likely to settle unless repeated within the next few weeks.
Head coach left the club
Energised by the new manager's arrival
Asked the manager for a private conversation
Moderate
Cause
His relationship with the manager has soured. Manager trust is low. He has already raised this with the manager recently.
Outlook
Contract request risk increased.
Praised by the manager
Major
Cause
The discussion covered general matters.
Praised by the manager
Major
Cause
The discussion covered general matters.
Manager broke a promise
Major
Cause
Even an honest tone was resented given the strained relationship.
Fighting to save the manager's job
Encouraged by the squad investment
Serious
Cause
A meaningful signing arrived this window. His high ambition amplifies how he reads the direction.
Outlook
Trend is improving — relationship should keep strengthening.
Frustrated after the club rejected interest from Casa Pia
Moderate
Cause
Stage: the bid was rejected. It became public after the bid was rejected. European competition opportunity A bid has already been rejected. He wants the club to listen if a serious bid arrives. It would be a clear sporting upgrade.