Phillip Tietz was preferred — his higher squad-status priority.
Cause
He is left out while unsettled over his future at the club.
Outlook
Repeated incidents may damage dressing-room status.
Criticised by manager after poor performance
Minor
Cause
A calm conversation but he wasn't moved either way.
Promised more playing time by the manager
Serious
Cause
The discussion focused on playing time.
Criticised by manager after poor performance
Moderate
Cause
The discussion focused on playing time.
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. (He still does not speak the local language.; His adaptability is low.)
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.
Stayed on the bench while Phillip Tietz took the slot
Moderate
Chosen instead
Phillip Tietz was preferred — his higher squad-status priority.
Cause
His squad status would normally start, so the omission stings.
Outlook
Repeated incidents may damage dressing-room status.