Jorge Messi, the father of football superstar Lionel Messi, has died at the age of 68. He passed away this morning at a medical facility in Rosario, Argentina, following a prolonged illness. Jorge had served as both a businessman and agent to his son, who captains the Argentine national team and is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time.Jorge’s role in his son’s career was significant, having guided Lionel’s development from a young age through his rise to becoming a global football icon. As a representative and advisor, he was instrumental in managing many of the decisions that shaped Messi’s professional trajectory, both at club and international level.The death comes as Messi continues to play for Inter Miami in Major League Soccer, following his move to the United States after leaving Paris Saint-Germain. The football world is expected to pay tribute to Jorge’s influence on one of the sport’s greatest players.

Source: Walla News — Original article in Hebrew.