Jorge Messi, father of Lionel Messi and longtime agent, passes away at 68
The Messi family has confirmed the death of Jorge Messi, father and representative of Argentine football star Lionel Messi, at a private clinic in Rosario, Argentina. He was 68 and…
The Messi family has confirmed the death of
The Messi family has confirmed the death of Jorge Messi, father and representative of Argentine football star Lionel Messi, at a private clinic in Rosario, Argentina. He was 68 and had been battling a prolonged illness.
According to a family statement, Jorge spent his last months moving between the medical facility in Rosario and his residence, with his wife Celia and their other children—Rodrigo, Matías, and María Sol—by his side throughout that period.
Lionel Messi had visited his father during the
Lionel Messi had visited his father during the recent international break, spending time together following the World Cup before returning to his club duties with Inter Miami. The forward made his comeback for the MLS side a week ago after a spell on the sidelines.
Inter Miami is scheduled to face Monterrey on Saturday evening in the 2026 Leagues Cup encounter at home. However, the club has not yet indicated whether Messi will be available for selection in the wake of this personal loss.