Their personalities have rubbed against each other for a while now. It played out behind the dressing-room door, away from the cameras.
Outlook
Likely to settle unless repeated within the next few weeks.
Frustrated after the club rejected interest from Baniyas
Minor
Cause
Stage: the bid was rejected. It became public after the bid was rejected. It would be a lateral move. A bid has already been rejected. He remains focused on the current job.
Outlook
Contract request risk increased.
Made his senior debut for the club
Singled out by the manager after an influential performance
Moderate
Cause
His rating gave the staff a clear reason to reinforce his confidence. His professionalism usually steers him back from these moments.
Outlook
Manager trust should improve if this form continues.
Applauded by the supporters after a standout display
Moderate
Cause
His rating gave the staff a clear reason to reinforce his confidence. His match rating gave the staff a clear reason to recognise the display.
Outlook
Standing with the supporters should improve if this form continues.
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.
Signed a new contract
Moderate
Cause
He committed to the project on terms both sides could live with.