Pic: One Sunderland fan probably now regrets getting this massive Paolo Di Canio tattoo on his back

Anyone have the number for a decent Tyne and Wear tattoo-removal parlour?

Following Paolo Di Canio’s dismissal as manager of Sunderland manager yesterday, one particular Black Cats fan might be feeling the pain, and pangs of regret, more than most today.

After Sunderland beat Newcastle 3-0 in the fierce North Eastern derby back in April, one passionate fan decided to mark the occasion in a completely well-thought-out-with-no-long-term-consequences-whatsoever way...

...by getting himself a huge celebratory tattoo on his back in honour of Di Canio’s memorable suit-ruining, celebratory slide.

At this point though, the unfortunate fan will have to wait until the official 'transfer' window before having it removed.

Story via Who Ate All the Pies.