Lionel Messi is set to take a controlling stake in Eldense, a club competing in Spain’s second-tier football league, marking his first ownership role in professional soccer. The Argentine superstar’s investment signals a potential shift toward greater player involvement in club management beyond his playing career. While details on the financial structure remain limited, the move underscores Messi’s growing influence in European football beyond his time with Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. Fans and analysts will watch closely to see how this partnership could shape Eldense’s future ambitions.
Lionel Messi to become majority shareholder at Spanish second-division club Eldense NBC New York
