Stage: concrete interest. The interested club has formally approached. Smaller club, but more minutes on offer. He is a loyal type and unlikely to push for a move. He is cautious until something concrete arrives. The role on offer is not a clean fit.
Stayed on the bench all match
Minor
Cause
The bench was built around different match options.
Outlook
Likely to settle unless repeated within the next few weeks.
Breakthrough into the senior squad
Criticised in a full-time post-mortem
Minor
Cause
It was a private show of faith after a tough recent run. He does not always respond well to pressure, which softened the lift.
Outlook
Manager intervention may be required if it persists.