Leicester boss Nigel Pearson appears to shout "f*** off and die" at supporter during Premier League match

Nigel Pearson is being urged to apologise after appearing to tell a Leicester fan to "f*** off and die" during a Premier League match.

Leicester's manager was provoked by the supporter during Tuesday's defeat against Liverpool, the club's ninth consecutive league game without a victory.

The supporter in question persistently voiced his displeasure during the match, and finally broke Pearson's nerve when he shouted "you utter t***" in the 51 year-old's direction.

After the match, Pearson told reporters:

“I replied to one idiot in the stands and if he doesn’t like what he sees, then don’t bother coming.

“Maybe they ought to think about staying at home. We need support, their support. We’ve worked hard and will continue to do so.’”

A Leicester spokesman confirmed they are looking into the incident, explaining:

“Once the facts have been determined and suitably corroborated, we will decide what next steps, if any, should be taken.”