Jorge Messi, the father and longtime adviser of Lionel Messi, has died at the age of 68, according to reports from Argentina.
Jorge reportedly died on Friday night at a medical facility in Rosario, Argentina where he had been receiving treatment for a health condition. However, the Messi family has not officially confirmed the exact cause of death.
Jorge played an important role in Lionel Messi’s rise from a young footballer in Rosario to a global football star. He helped guide his son’s early career and was closely involved when Lionel moved to Barcelona as a teenager.
That move changed the course of Lionel’s life and career. At Barcelona, Messi developed into one of the greatest players in football history, winning numerous major trophies and individual honours.
As Lionel’s career progressed, Jorge remained involved in his son’s professional affairs. He helped navigate major stages of Messi’s career, including his move from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain and his eventual switch to Inter Miami.
Jorge also witnessed defining moments in Lionel’s international career. In particular, he was there when Argentina won the 2022 FIFA World Cup, giving Messi the biggest international trophy of his career.
Beyond football, Jorge remained a major source of support for his son. His presence stayed constant as Lionel built a legacy that has stretched across generations.
Jorge Messi’s death marks a deeply personal loss for Lionel and the entire Messi family.
May Jorge Messi rest in peace.
