Bit harsh really. Wesley has done a number of interviews and has shown himself to be very forthright in his replies. He's just being consistent. And he's right - regular starter with a major Italian team and regular international to bench warmer and in danger of losing his international place. I'd be pissed too.
It's true they just need buckle up, work hard and show the manager why they should pick them. But that is excatly what Wesley did. He was the stand out player against Newcastle and was dropped as a result against Stoke just because VVD was getting closer to match fitness. Whilst he added much needed leadership VVD was culpable in that game but still kept his place the following week.
Given the choices, I'd have to say I would look to who is staying and cement that partnership as quickly as possible. Stephens will then come back into the fold as a regular sub. Bye bye VVD.