The newcomer is on a much larger wage deal. A much younger rival has arrived in his position.
Outlook
Contract request risk increased.
Promised more playing time by the manager
Moderate
Cause
The discussion focused on playing time.
Transfer listed
Decision
Cause
Surplus to squad requirements
Who
Board
Asked the manager for a private conversation
Moderate
Cause
His relationship with the manager has soured. His relationship with the manager is steady but tense. He has already raised this with the manager recently.