Lionel Messi’s Father Jorge Dies at 68 After Long Illness

Lionel Messi’s Father Jorge Dies at 68 After Long Illness

 

Lionel Messi’s father and longtime agent, Jorge Messi, has died at the age of 68 following a long illness.

 

Jorge passed away in a hospital in his hometown of Rosario, Argentina, in the early hours of Saturday. He had played a central role in his son’s football career, serving as Messi’s agent since the Argentina international was just 14 years old.

Concerns about Jorge’s health had emerged during the summer, prompting speculation about his condition. At the time, the Messi family confirmed that he was dealing with a “health-related situation” but chose not to reveal further details.

 

Jorge was instrumental in guiding Messi’s career from his early days as a promising young talent to becoming one of the most decorated and influential players in football history. As his agent and adviser, he was closely involved in many of the major decisions that shaped his son’s career.

 

He was also present in Qatar in 2022 when Messi finally achieved one of the biggest ambitions of his career. Jorge watched from the stands as Argentina defeated France in a dramatic final to win their third FIFA World Cup, with his son lifting the trophy after years of international heartbreak.

 

The death of Jorge Messi marks a deeply personal loss for the Argentina captain, who has often spoken about the important role his family played in supporting his remarkable journey in football.

 

Jorge leaves behind a lasting legacy through both his family and the extraordinary career of his son, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time.