Jack Payne

Central Midfielder - Derby County
28 Sep 2026
Monday
Process

Events

11
  1. Worried by competition from a new signing Gabe Forsyth

    Moderate
    Cause
    The signing was bought with a similar squad-status tier in mind. A much younger rival has arrived in his position.
    Outlook
    Contract request risk increased.
  2. Sealed the dream move of his career

  3. Signed a new contract

    Moderate
    Cause
    He committed to the project on terms both sides could live with.
  4. 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.
  5. He has started to want: The manager’s trust

    Mind
  6. Contract extension signed

    Decision
    Movement
    3y · $744.8K/y
  7. Signed as a free agent

    Decision
    Movement
    Derby County
  8. Contract renewal offered

    Decision
    Movement
    3y · $744.8K/y
  9. Contract renewal offered

    Decision
    Movement
    3y · $191.1K/y
    Who
    Russell Peter
  10. Contract renewal rejected

    Decision
    Movement
    3y · $191.1K/y
  11. Contract expired — became a free agent

    Decision
    Movement
    Colchester United →