statement of intent

noun2

1. •
   A formal statement that the author has a serious intention of doing something under specified conditions, and at a specified time
2. •
   (informal) An indication of what a person or persons is likely to do in the near future

   • The top six are assured of continental competition and after making a statement of intent against Stoke, it would take a dramatic collapse for Newcastle to surrender their place. — 2012