Mark Gillespie

Goalkeeper - Mallorca
23 Aug 2026
Sunday
Process
Overview Personal Contract News 1 Transfers Relations Events 10 Awards Matches History

Events

10

  1. Left out as Lucas Bergström was preferred

    Moderate
    Chosen instead
    Lucas Bergström was preferred — stronger quality on balance.
    Cause
    A more highly rated alternative was available.
    Outlook
    Manager intervention may be required if it persists.

  2. 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.
    Outlook
    Settling-in period is still under way.

  3. Sudden media glare after the high-profile move

    Moderate
    Cause
    Media noise around the player is shaping this. It played out in the media rather than internally.
    Outlook
    Expectations may build after a stand-out moment.

  4. Turned down the offered deal

    Serious
    Cause
    He turned down the club's offer. The wage was below his expectations.

  5. Unsettled by the squad wage hierarchy

    Serious
    Cause
    The squad's wage hierarchy is the underlying issue. The gap to the squad's top earners has become a daily reminder.
    Outlook
    Contract request risk increased.

  6. Contract renewal rejected

    Decision
    Movement
    2y · $375.8K/y

  7. Signed as a free agent

    Decision
    Movement
    Mallorca

  8. Board transfer-listed

    Decision
    Cause
    Underutilized, surplus to requirements
    Who
    Board

  9. Contract renewal offered

    Decision
    Movement
    2y · $375.8K/y

  10. Contract expired — became a free agent

    Decision
    Movement
    Newcastle United →