Pakistan, Sept. 9 -- Lionel Messi is reportedly close to taking control of Spanish second-tier club CD Eldense as the football star expands his growing ownership portfolio. Reports in Spain claim Messi has reached an agreement in principle to acquire the shares held by majority owner TH Soluciones Group S.A.S.

An official announcement could come in the coming days, although the proposed takeover still requires approval from Spain's High Council for Sports. TH Soluciones took control of the Alicante-based club in October 2025 and could now transfer its entire stake to Messi.

The reported deal would give Messi another Spanish football club after he purchased fifth-tier side UE Cornella in April. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner is also e...