Mikel Oyarzábal was preferred — stronger quality on balance.
Cause
A more highly rated alternative was available.
Outlook
Repeated incidents may damage dressing-room status.
Promised more playing time by the manager
Serious
Cause
The discussion focused on playing time.
Hard conversation with the manager about playing time
Moderate
Cause
The discussion focused on playing time.
Dreams of genuine first-team football
Moderate
Cause
He has spent years in the reserves and wants a real chance at first-team level. (He has been stuck in the reserve squad for a long time.; He is in the prime years to win silverware.)
Gorka Gorosabel was preferred — the club's selection philosophy.
Cause
His profile did not fit the chosen tactical balance.
Outlook
Repeated incidents may damage dressing-room status.
Reassured by a calm full-time message
Minor
Cause
The moment called for a quiet show of support. His professionalism usually steers him back from these moments.
Outlook
Trend is improving — relationship should keep strengthening.
Asked the manager for a private conversation
Serious
Cause
He is unhappy about his playing time. His relationship with the manager is steady but tense.
Outlook
Manager intervention may be required if it persists.
Dreams of genuine first-team football
Moderate
Cause
He has spent years in the reserves and wants a real chance at first-team level. (He has been stuck in the reserve squad for a long time.; He is in the prime years to win silverware.)
Outlook
Contract request risk increased.
Hard conversation with the manager about playing time