A dramatic scene unfolded at Manchester Airport earlier today, as a Manchester United first-team player was caught on video in a heated public argument with his girlfriend in the VIP lounge — reportedly over a suspicious message sent by a well-known female sports anchor from EPL TV.

The viral clip, which has already racked up millions of views across TikTok and X (formerly Twitter), shows the footballer and his visibly upset partner exchanging tense words in what appears to be a private lounge area. Witnesses described the argument as “explosive” and “impossible to ignore,” with security eventually stepping in to de-escalate the situation.

Sources close to the club have confirmed that the player involved is a current starter, though his identity is being withheld for legal and privacy reasons as the situation continues to develop. However, fans and media outlets are already speculating heavily, pointing to recent social media activity and subtle changes in recent team behavior.

According to a person who claims to have overheard part of the confrontation, the girlfriend discovered a “flirty and unexplained message” from a female anchor affiliated with EPL TV, a high-profile figure known for her interviews with Premier League stars. The contents of the message have not been leaked, but the implication appears to be romantic or suggestive in nature — enough to trigger a very public falling-out.

“She kept asking him, ‘Why is she messaging you like that?’ and ‘Are you hiding something from me?’” said an eyewitness. “He looked completely caught off guard, but also angry she was bringing it up in public.”

The incident could not have come at a worse time for Manchester United, with pre-season preparations in full swing and scrutiny already high following a turbulent end to their Premier League campaign. The club has not yet issued an official statement, but internal sources suggest that manager Erik ten Hag and club officials are aware of the incident and will likely hold discussions behind closed doors.

Meanwhile, fans are split. Some are criticizing the player for allowing his personal life to become a distraction, while others argue that the real story lies with the anchor’s role in the situation — and whether the message crossed professional boundaries.

This is not the first time a Premier League player has found himself at the center of controversy involving public relationships and media figures, but the combination of a viral video, a VIP airport setting, and a famous TV anchor has turned this into one of the most talked-about off-field dramas of the summer.

As for the female anchor in question, no official comment has been made — though her recent social media posts have mysteriously gone silent in the last 12 hours.

This story is still unfolding. Updates to follow.