Barcelona condoles Messi over father’s death

Barcelona has conveyed its condolences to legendary footballer Lionel Messi following the passing of his father, Jorge Messi. In a statement released on X, the club’s President and Board of Directors, speaking on behalf of the entire Barcelona community, expressed their heartfelt sorrow over the loss. The club highlighted Jorge Messi’s pivotal role in fostering Lionel’s football career, stating, “FC Barcelona thanks Jorge Messi for his commitment to our Club, for entrusting us with the beginnings and the most glorious years of his son Leo’s football career.”

Jorge Messi, who played a significant part in his son’s early years in the sport, is remembered with deep respect. The Catalan club also honored Jorge Messi’s bond with Barcelona and his vital contribution to his son’s successful career. It was reported that Jorge Messi, a long-standing representative for Argentina’s captain Lionel Messi, had passed away at the age of 68, according to MARCA, which referenced Argentine news outlet Infobae.