Competition and Club reputation

[matty2323]

Currently in season 2017/18 on my Gladbach save. Now apart from the first season, ive won the Bundesliga. Ive done well in Europe, making it past the group stages on every occasion. In terms of reputation, Bundesliga seems to be ranked 3rd in Europe, and im currently ranked 17th on the team lists. My concern is that my best players are continually missing out on International teams due to not playing for "a big enough club". Ive had to sell players who're looking for "bigger clubs". Last season i sold my central defender to Dortmund for 20million (was great value for me) and he stated he was looking forward to playing for such a big club (They finished 8th the previous season and havent won a trophy in my save!!). I've also missed out on several key signings due to not being reputable enough. Also means i've got youth players who i'd consider hot prospects wanting starting XI spots and 40k per week! Is it a bug or a common occurrence for leagues outside of England/Spain?