Phil Bardsley's girlfriend brands Paolo Di Canio a "psycho drama queen"?

The girlfriend of Sunderland defender Phil Bardsley has reportedly blasted manager Paolo Di Canio for his recent use of discipline.

The full-back is thought to have been fined by the ex-Swindon Town boss after he was photographed lying on the floor covered in £50 notes following a night in a casino.

According to the Daily Mail, following Di Canio's public criticism of Bardsley, the defender's other half Tanya Robinson wrote on Twitter: "He's not raped or killed any1 so certain people need to stop being psycho drama queens."

Meanwhile, Professional Footballers' Association chief executive Gordon Taylor has warned Di Canio over his conduct.