Looks like Burnley have turned their attentions to Jeff Hendrick of Derby with a fee reportedly now agreed.
If that's the case I believe he could be staying!!
Stephens has had his head turned by Burnley, that is without question the case.
Whilst that goes on CH is right to take him out the side and concentrate on the players that are fully focused, I dont blame Dale I'm sure the lure of PL football and a huge increase in earnings is an attractive...
I would be hugely disappointed in the club if they are hiding the truth from the supporters, if what CH is saying is fact then great.
If the club are putting spin on a totally different situation where Stephens is not playing ball I think the fans have a right to know.