Rio Ferdinand embroiled in fat-shaming row after telling Man United influencer to ‘pick up your t**s’ following Instagram dig

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has faced backlash after an online clash with content creator Saeed TV. Ferdinand told the influencer to "pick up your t**s" and claimed he was "out a breath typing" after Saeed urged him on Instagram to criticize Manchester United's ownership. The interaction has sparked criticism from fans accusing Ferdinand of fat-shaming, though some supporters defended his right to respond to provocative comments.

Following the exchange, Saeed released a response video calling Ferdinand's behavior "embarrassing" for a role model and claimed the pundit avoids criticizing club leadership to preserve his insider access. Ferdinand's initial post had quoted Michael Carrick regarding club unity, which came shortly after Lisandro Martinez publicly criticized Manchester United's leadership and squad depth.