Lionel Messi’s father Jorge dies aged 68
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Jorge Messi, the father and former agent of Lionel Messi, has died aged 68 after a long illness, his family have announced. His death is significant because he was a central support figure throughout the Argentina captain’s career, from his early development at Barcelona to his rise as one of football’s most celebrated players.
He died at a medical clinic in Rosario after spending recent months between the centre and his home, accompanied by his wife Celia and their children. Lionel Messi recently returned to Inter Miami after time with his father; the club has not said whether he will play against Monterrey in Saturday’s Leagues Cup match, while Newell’s Old Boys and the Argentinian FA have offered condolences.
- Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge, has died aged 68.
- He had been receiving treatment for a long illness.
- Inter Miami have not confirmed Lionel Messi’s availability.
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Lionel Messi is an Argentine footballer who has played for leading clubs including Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, and now plays for Inter Miami in the United States. He has won major individual awards and helped Argentina win the 2022 World Cup, making him one of the best-known players in the sport.
Jorge Messi was Lionel’s father and played an important role in his son’s early career. He was involved in decisions around Lionel’s move from Rosario, Argentina, to Barcelona as a teenager, where the player developed into a global star.
The Messi family has remained closely connected to Rosario, where Lionel began playing as a child with local side Newell’s Old Boys. Jorge Messi also acted as his son’s representative for parts of his career, helping manage professional and commercial matters.
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Originally published by The Guardian as “Jorge Messi, father and agent of Argentina great, dies aged 68”.