Its because of the -ves on the right handside. I had the same thing because my driver said that the team wasnt of the same reputation. I thought it was a bug, but Frank confirmed it not to be.
The 2 drivers I've signed so far since the change, both had a few red points/remarks on their contract. They still signed. If you are offering them a contract until they are fully green/happy with it, then you're in trouble because your drivers and staff will fleece you of all your money in record time.
You can still be harsh to them and offer them less than they want, and they'll still sign.
Hi Frank currently negotiating with a staff member who wants shorter than season 2 for a contract length? Might be a bug n there somewhere. Either that or he really doesnt like me