“The club is aware of the pain the absence of the eagle will cause the fans but it has become impossible to associate our historical symbol with such [an] individual,” chirped Lazio in a statement which declared Bernabe had been dismissed with immediate effect “due to the seriousness of his conduct”.
Quite apart from the fact that he opted to do so six full weeks before medical advice dictates the Spaniard should give his new implant an official test run, his eagerness to show it off meant he was promptly fired from his role at the Serie A club.
In his defence, Bernabe claimed his decision to showcase his new big deal was no big deal, telling Radio24 that “nudity is normal, I grew up in an open-minded, naturist family”.
– Football Daily Ed] and is already worried about what might happen the next time it has cause to seek advice from Big Website’s IT department.
The handler of Olimpia, the white-headed eagle who has served as club mascot for almost 15 years and whose flights over the Stadio Olimpico before home games have made the majestic bird of prey a firm favourite of supporters.
