Lionel Messi's father, Jorge Messi, passes away at 68 | What we know about the cause of his death
Jorge Messi has played a key role in his son's soccer career, acting as his agent and managing his business affairs off the field.
Lionel Messi's father, Jorge Messi, has died at the age of 68 after battling cancer, according to Spanish news outlet Infobae. Jorge played a pivotal role in his son's soccer career, serving as his agent and managing his business affairs off the field. Born in Rosario, Jorge initially worked in a steel factory but dedicated his life to nurturing Lionel's athletic talent, travelling to Spain with his 13-year-old son to secure a contract with FC Barcelona and pay for Lionel's growth hormone treatment. Jorge remains survived by his wife, Celia Cuccittini, and their four children.
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