August 8, 2026
Jorge Messi had played a significant role in his son's football career and had served as his agent from the early stages of Lionel Messi's professional journey.
Argentina and Inter Miami football star Lionel Messi has lost his father and longtime agent, Jorge Messi, who died at the age of 68.
Jorge died on Friday night, August 7, 2026, at a medical clinic in Rosario, Argentina, his hometown, after battling a prolonged illness.
His death was reported by on Saturday, with Reuters confirming that the elder Messi died at a medical facility in Rosario.
