Manchester United icon Rio Ferdinand has alleged that Lionel Messi of Inter Miami unfollowed Alejandro Garnacho on social media.

This revelation comes after Garnacho's remarkable overhead kick in Manchester United's recent Premier League triumph over Everton.

During a discussion on a YouTube show, Ferdinand disclosed, "My lad [Garnacho] said to me the other day Messi unfollowed him. He said Messi unfollowed him. Because he comes out, don’t care, ‘I’m a Ronaldo man’. Who’s the GOAT? Ronaldo. (Even) when he’."

Garnacho and Messi share the distinction of being international teammates with Argentina's senior team. The 19-year-old forward moved to Manchester United from Atletico Madrid in 2020.

The alleged unfollowing incident on social media adds an intriguing layer to the dynamics between the young talent and the seasoned Argentine star.