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Barcelona Mourns Lionel Messi’s Father, Jorge Messi

FC Barcelona has sent its condolences to club icon Lionel Messi following the death of his father, Jorge Messi, at the age of 68.

August 9, 2026 1 min read 68 views
Barcelona Mourns Lionel Messi’s Father, Jorge Messi

The Catalan club, through its president and board of directors, expressed sympathy to the Messi family and remembered Jorge for the important role he played during the early stages of his son’s football career.

Barcelona highlighted the trust Jorge placed in the club as Lionel Messi developed from a promising youngster into one of the greatest footballers in the history of the game.

The club also acknowledged Jorge Messi’s close involvement in his son’s journey, particularly during the formative years that eventually led to Lionel becoming a global football superstar and a defining figure in Barcelona’s history.

Jorge Messi was not only Lionel’s father but also his long-time representative and played a significant role in managing his son’s professional career.

Barcelona described Jorge’s connection with the club as an important part of Messi’s remarkable journey and offered its deepest sympathies to his family.

The football world has continued to pay tribute to Jorge Messi following news of his passing, with messages of support reaching Lionel Messi and his family.

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