@LeonardCohen it is not about defamation.
The suggestion of the manager's role is well known in these negotiations however what may or may not be known, as they progress or changes to a matter/deals, are only exposed to certain individuals and it would become apparent as to who they could be or the firm advising either party.
I try and provide as much information as I can that would be readily available to multiple people within the Club and on the periphery, however, in some instances, there are events that transpire, the speed of which would only be known to certain individuals.
I hope this makes sense.