Conor McGregor exposed by journalist over swiftly deleted tweet as UFC fighter's spokesperson issues statement

Conor McGregor has been called out by a journalist after the UFC star sent him a message on social media before deleting the post.

Paul Healy, a crime correspondent, took to social media to reveal a derogatory post that he received from McGregor after the fighter's spokesperson provided a comment.

However, the former UFC champion swiftly removed his post from social media, but the reporter screenshotted the message before it was deleted.

On X, Healy wrote: "Had a good professional encounter with McGregor’s spokesperson who kindly provided comment yesterday.

"Woke up this morning to Conor calling me smelly again.

"Deleted but I just about caught it .@TheNotoriousMMA.

"How about an interview and you can say it to my face?"

The post was accompanied with an image of McGregor's now-deleted message, which read: "You're welcome smelly. Paul smelly Healy. Smelly little pr**k have a wash."

Conor McGregor's now-deleted social media post to Paul Healy. Image: X/Paul Healy

McGregor has recently been involved in a legal battle, where Nikita Hand won her civil case after accusing him of raping her in December 2018.

The 36-year-old, who hasn't fought since July 2021, was due to return to the UFC last summer until a toe injury forced him to withdraw against Michael Chandler.

But a fight against Chandler could still be on the cards for 2025 following a recent social media exchange.

"19 KO’s in Pro MMA, that not my business tho great chat Dana White, love your thinking!" He wrote before adding: "Anywhere, anyweight, anytime."

Chandler chipped in, telling him to try and add a KO number 20, asking: "Remember in the cold tub doing the TUF coaches’ challenge you said I’d be your 20th? Show up and try me."

The 36-year-old tagged Dana White, replying: "It’s you! Rest up and I’ll see you at the top."

Chandler had been holding out for a fight against McGregor but to no avail.

He eventually made his Octagon return against Charles Oliveira last month, losing a decision at UFC 309.