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Jorge Messi Dies at 68, Key Behind Lionel
Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi’s father and longtime adviser and agent, died in Rosario at age 68 after a long illness that included pancreatic cancer. He was instrumental in shaping Messi’s career, negotiating his moves to Barcelona, and supporting his development and medical treatments as the family relocated to Europe.
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About Jorge Messi
Jorge Horacio Messi was an Argentine businessman and sports agent. He was best known as the father of the Argentine professional footballer Lionel Messi, whose early and professional career he supported.
Everything about Jorge Messi →- Occupation
- football agent
- Citizenship
- Argentina
- Born
- April 24, 1958, 1958
- Died
- August 8, 2026