New Delhi, Aug. 8 -- Jorge Messi, the father and longtime agent of Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi, has reportedly passed away at the age of 68 after a prolonged illness.
According to reports from Argentine media, Jorge breathed his last at a hospital in Rosario, Argentina, on Friday night.
The news of Jorge's death was also acknowledged by Argentina international and Messi's World Cup teammate Nico Paz, who posted a tribute on Facebook. "Rest In Peace Jorge Messi", Paz wrote.
The Messi family, however, is yet to issue a statement.
The news comes weeks after Jorge's health became a matter of public attention during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Messi had been visibly emotional after scoring against Algeria and later explained that ...