After a long, difficult settling period he is openly hoping for a move home or to a familiar club. (The move took him to a different continent.; He still does not speak the local language.)
Outlook
Contract request risk increased.
Still struggling to settle into the squad
Moderate
Cause
He has not yet made the connections that come naturally to most signings.
Praised privately for his recent performance
Serious
Cause
The discussion focused on his recent performance level.
Manager trust is growing
Moderate
Cause
A supportive tone left him motivated to respond.
Outlook
Manager trust should improve if this form continues.
Praised privately for his recent performance
Serious
Cause
The discussion focused on his recent performance level.
Contract offer arrived
Minor
Cause
The terms are still being weighed against his expectations.
Praised privately for his recent performance
Serious
Cause
The discussion focused on his recent performance level.
Wants to head back home
Serious
Cause
After a long, difficult settling period he is openly hoping for a move home or to a familiar club. (The move took him to a different continent.; He still does not speak the local language.)
Outlook
Contract request risk increased.
Still struggling to settle into the squad
Moderate
Cause
He has not yet made the connections that come naturally to most signings.
Praised privately for his recent performance
Serious
Cause
The discussion focused on his recent performance level.
Asking for a language tutor
Moderate
Cause
The language barrier is wearing on him.; He still does not speak the local language.
Praised privately for his recent performance
Serious
Cause
The discussion focused on his recent performance level.
Contract offer arrived
Minor
Cause
The terms are still being weighed against his expectations.
Weighing up retirement
Minor
Cause
He is deep into the late stage of his career.
Struggling to settle into the squad
Serious
Cause
The settling-in period at a new club is the bigger picture. The language gap is making integration harder.