Off the PitchDaily Mail FootballUnverified source· 8 Aug 2026
Jorge Messi, Father of Lionel, Dies at 68
The man who guided Lionel Messi's career from the start has passed away after a long health battle.
Age
68
Date
August 7, 2026
Place
Rosario, Argentina
Role
Father and agent of Lionel Messi
What happened. Jorge Messi, father of Lionel Messi, died at 68 in a Rosario hospital, two months after being hospitalized for an ongoing health issue.
- Newell's Old Boys confirmed the death in a heartfelt statement.
- He was Lionel's agent and managed his business empire.
- Cause of death has not been revealed.
“Jorge was the pillar and the person who supported with vision, rigor, and affection the career of the greatest player of all time.”
— Newell's Old Boys statement
The Messi family has yet to release a personal statement, and tributes continue to pour in.
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