The disagreement started because they judged training effort very differently. It played out on the training ground in front of the rest of the squad.
Outlook
Likely to settle unless repeated within the next few weeks.
Promised more playing time by the manager
Serious
Cause
The discussion focused on playing time.
Poor attitude in training
Minor
Cause
Coaches flagged his application as the issue.
Criticised by the manager after his performance
Minor
Cause
A calm conversation but he wasn't moved either way.
Manager broke a promise
Major
Cause
Even an honest tone was resented given the strained relationship.
Criticised by manager after poor performance
Moderate
Cause
The discussion focused on playing time.
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.
Praised privately for his recent performance
Serious
Cause
The discussion focused on his recent performance level.