During one of Everton's recent searches for a manager, the unpredictable nature of Farhad Moshiri caused increased exasperation within Goodison Park.
One day, he would have a certain target and ask for it to be pursued. Progress would be made to deliver the majority shareholder's wish but - when it came to the point where a button needed to be pushed - Moshiri would unexpectedly change his mind and tack.
At first glance, you might think such information was far-fetched. But after the last farcical turn in this soap opera, involving a job candidate being interviewed about his interview on live TV, do not doubt.