The manager is using the power of 'dropping' players to motivate them. It's not working. He is also using different formations every week, which causes instability, it's not working. His tactics from Crystal Palace onwards, have been one dimensional, they're not working. The players look disillusioned and they're not working.
As a result the club looks like and behind the scenes probably is in turmoil. The manager spouts all sorts of bollocks at pre and post match interviews to try and cover ineptitude. One thing that encapsulates all of this - Moussa Sissoko - Right wing back against Brighton.
That is what is going on.