He is left out while unsettled over his future at the club.
Outlook
Repeated incidents may damage dressing-room status.
Praised by the manager
Major
Cause
The discussion covered general matters.
Praised privately for his recent performance
Serious
Cause
The discussion focused on his recent performance level.
Difficult conversation with the manager
Serious
Cause
The discussion covered general matters.
Lack of playing time
Difficult conversation with the manager
Serious
Cause
The discussion covered general matters.
Lack of playing time
Repeated transfer talk is becoming a distraction
Minor
Cause
Stage: loose rumour. The national press has carried the story. The link is speculative for now. The same rumour keeps coming back. The talk has begun to distract him.