Jorge Messi, the father and longtime agent of soccer star Lionel Messi, died Saturday at age 68 [1].
As the primary architect of Lionel Messi's professional career, Jorge Messi managed the business and contractual affairs of one of the most successful athletes in history. His role extended beyond family ties, serving as the key negotiator for the player's global transitions.
He died on Aug. 8, 2026 [2] while receiving care at Sanatorio Centro hospital in Argentina [3]. Reports confirmed the news, noting his age as 68 [1].
Jorge Messi was known for his protective management of his son's image and career trajectory. He navigated the complex transfers and endorsement deals that defined the player's tenure in Europe and his subsequent move to the U.S.
Family members and the soccer community have not yet released a formal statement regarding the cause of death. The loss marks the end of a lifelong partnership between father and son that spanned from the player's early days in Rosario to global stardom.
“Jorge Messi, the father and longtime agent of soccer star Lionel Messi, died Saturday at age 68.”
The death of Jorge Messi removes a central figure from the operational side of Lionel Messi's career. Because Jorge acted as both a father and a professional agent, the transition of the player's business management may now shift toward other family members or professional agencies as the athlete nears the final stages of his playing career.
