Dunny’s Hairdryer

THERE are very few judges who do not consider Bruno Fernandes to be world-class on his day.

So, tying him down to a contract that could keep him at Old Trafford until 2027 would seem to make sense.

Only Fernandes (above) still had over three years of his previous contract left to run.

And while he showed his value last week with the goals that sent Portugal to the World Cup finals, Fernandes’ form for United this season has hardly been stellar.

His new deal, running until 2026 but with the option for an extra year, serves one obvious purpose – it gives him a big pay rise. But the timing feels wrong.

Right now, handsomely rewarding ANY player does not seem the right United move.

And handsomely rewarding a player who has caught the eye as much for his moaning as for his maverick brilliance this season does not seem the right United move at all.

THE

extent and source of

Farhad Moshiri’s wealth often been has

the subject of some debate.

But as Everton posted losses

in excess of £100million for consecutive the third

year, we might well be about

to find out some definitive

answers.

THE standard answer to those of us who say the five-sub allowance shows the Big Six still rule the roost is the reminder that at least 14 clubs voted for it.

Yes, but that’s because the rest remain in thrall to the Big Six.

They are worried they might do a TV deal of their own and, don’t forget, there are players to be borrowed come the next transfer window.