Miami, Aug. 11 -- Argentine icon Lionel Messi has reportedly suspended his football career indefinitely following the death of his father, Jorge Messi.

Jorge Messi, 68, died at a clinic in Rosario after a prolonged illness, leaving the Argentine football icon facing a deeply personal loss.

His father had played a significant role throughout Messi's career, making his passing a particularly devastating blow for the legendary forward.

According to French website Foot Mercato, as per Goal.com, reports in the Argentine press cited that the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner has stepped away from his professional commitments to be with his loved ones during this difficult period.

Messi has not set a date for his return to Inter Miami, underscor...