A strong training-ground partnership is behind this. The bond between them was already strong, so the morale hit should be limited.
Outlook
Settling-in period is still under way.
Asked the manager for a private conversation
Moderate
Cause
He has unresolved concerns over his contract. His relationship with the manager is steady but tense. He has already raised this with the manager recently.
Outlook
Contract request risk increased.
Contract talks stalled over squad status
Moderate
Cause
The wage was acceptable, but he wanted clearer first-team guarantees.
Outlook
Contract request risk increased.
Settling well in a culturally familiar country
Minor
Cause
The country and culture suit him.; A move home or to a favoured club has been linked.
Asked the manager for a private conversation
Moderate
Cause
He has unresolved concerns over his contract. His relationship with the manager is steady but tense.
Outlook
Manager intervention may be required if it persists.
Sealed the dream move of his career
No natural role in the current formation
Serious
Cause
His preferred position simply isn't in the current shape.
Turned down the offered deal
Serious
Cause
He turned down the club's offer. The wage was below his expectations.