The Sun says he will collect a stunning £1million promotion bonus if he leads Hull back to the Premier League — but there is a major catch.
A clause has been put in the small print in his contract which means the Manchester United legend and former skipper will struggle to move to a rival team soon after.
Hull demand that Bruce is still in charge of the club at the start of next season.
It is a situation similar to the one that caused a war between Tony Pulis and his former club Crystal Palace.
Aston Villa are among Bruce’s potential suitors and Hull are worried that he may leave in the summer even if they make it into the Premier League.
So rather than going up and getting away, the Tigers chief will have to hang around a little longer at a vital time in the hiring season.