Lionel Messi has reached a preliminary agreement to become the sole owner of Eldense, a club currently playing in Spain’s SecondDivision. The InterMiami captain and 2026 Ballon d’Or nominee will acquire 100% of the shares of the Alicante-based institution directly and without intermediaries, as reported by journalist Juan Castro of Marca.
Negotiations with the current owners are in their final stage. The purchase of Eldense will mark an unprecedented milestone in the Rosario star’s business ventures, as it will be the first time he takes full control of a club in professional Spanish football. This multimillion-dollar investment coincides with his recent retirement from the Argentina National Team at the age of 39.
For the transaction to be officially announced in the coming days, only the final contractual procedures remain to be completed, including the comprehensive audit process known as due diligence. Afterward, the transfer of the share package will be subject to the final approval required by Spain’s Higher Sports Council (CSD).
This acquisition significantly expands La Pulga’s corporate profile within the global sports industry. Messi already has prior experience in institutional management through the following investments:
With this new strategic move, the former Argentina National Team player strengthens his position in European football and expands his business portfolio beyond the American continent.