He is our director of football and allegedly oversees transfers.

I am guessing he might be in charge of contract negotiations?

Well we are halfway rhrough a transfer window and have a whole team or more with contracts shortly to expire but we hear very little activity. We have let one player go and are looking to tie Clyne down to a longer deal. I can't see that really being much effort so have to wonder what he does all day for his no doubt large salary.

Maybe he is on furlough?

He is responsible for scouting, signings - in liaison with Parish and Hodgson, the development of the academy, contracts to name a few items. Most clubs nowadays have a similar role and its a very full agenda and highly influential.

How well he does it is perhaps a matter of debate but, in my view, his track record is strong. He has always struck me as very business savvy so well cut out for such a role.

Job for Parish’s mate! Our Steve loves an ex player,the more the better

When you know what a director of football does, you will know the answer.

What does Dougie do?
He identifies players that the Chairman buys and the manager doesn't play. Simples!

With respect, there's a difference between what a Director of Football's accepted remit is, & the evidential performance of D.Freedman