Barry-Murphy quizzed on Callum Robinson's Cardiff City future amid speculation

Robinson has been omitted from Cardiff's last two matchday squads after failing to meet standards set by manager Barry-Murphy, who declined to guarantee his return.

Callum Robinson's future at Cardiff City has come under scrutiny after the 31-year-old forward was left out of the Bluebirds' squads for their last two Championship matches. Robinson was initially omitted from the 2-2 draw with Middlesbrough after failing to meet certain standards set by manager Brian Barry-Murphy, who declined to elaborate on the nature of the issue. He returned to training but was again absent from the squad for Cardiff's victory over Birmingham City.

Robinson has struggled for regular game-time under Barry-Murphy since the manager's arrival in summer 2025, starting just nine league matches and only one this season. Despite his experience and previous success at the club—including winning Cardiff's player of the year award—he has found opportunities increasingly limited. Barry-Murphy insisted there is no personal problem with Robinson but offered no guarantees about his return to the squad for Saturday's trip to Wolves, saying squad selection is decided game-by-game based on training and performance.

With competition for places intensifying following Rubin Colwill's return to fitness and the January transfer window approaching, Robinson faces a battle to force his way back into the side.