The signing was bought with a similar squad-status tier in mind. He was already short on minutes before the signing arrived.
Outlook
Contract request risk increased.
Left out of the matchday squad
Moderate
Cause
The current formation has no natural role for him.
Outlook
Repeated incidents may damage dressing-room status.
Heard a passionate full-time response
Minor
Cause
A big match called for a big message.
Outlook
Trend is improving — relationship should keep strengthening.
Asked the manager for a private conversation
Moderate
Cause
He has unresolved concerns over his contract. His relationship with the manager is steady but tense. He has already raised this with the manager recently.
Outlook
Contract request risk increased.
Left out of the matchday squad
Moderate
Cause
The current formation has no natural role for him.
Outlook
Repeated incidents may damage dressing-room status.
Frustrated by his tactical role
Serious
Cause
A change in shape has shifted what is being asked of him.
Outlook
Manager intervention may be required if it persists.