Jorge Masvidal has confirmed UFC officials made a final attempt to have him challenge Kamaru Usman for the welterweight title at UFC 251 before shifting gears to Gilbert Burns. Masvidal (35-13 MMA, 12-6 UFC) and UFC brass, particularly company president Dana White, have been engaged in something of a feud in recent weeks stemming from the attempt to book the anticipated championship bout with Usman. The talks eventually fell apart, with Masvidal claiming he was offered less money than he made for his November win over Nate Diaz at UFC 244 to challenge Usman. He’s since vocalized his opinion on how the UFC unfairly treats fighters , both in terms of revenue and contract negotiations. White has countered by pointing to Masvidal’s existing deal, and how it’s on “Gamebred” to honor the terms