{
  "id": 11301197,
  "title": "Messi Acquires Second Spanish Club",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/messi-acquires-second-spanish-club",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-01T23:02:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/02/messi-acquires-second-spanish-club/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Lionel Messi has completed his investment in Spanish second division club CD Eldense. The 39-year-old Argentine football legend, who plays for American club Inter Miami, purchased the Catalan side in September. CD Eldense, currently 19th in the 22-team Spanish second division, stated on their website that Messi's acquisition marks the start of a new and exciting chapter in the club's history, which spans over 100 years. The deal requires regulatory approval and is the second Spanish club Messi has invested in, following his purchase of Cornella in April. Former Barcelona forward Messi, an eight-time Ballon d'Or winner, announced his retirement from international football in August. CD Eldense, an eight-time Ballon d'Or winner, aims to promote the club's sporting, institutional, and social development under Messi's ownership.",
  "summary": "Lionel Messi has completed his purchase of Spanish second division club CD Eldense. The deal is subject to regulatory approval and is the second Spanish club that Argentina great Messi",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}