16.04.2026 20:42
Lionel Messi, one of the legends of world football, has joined the caravan of footballers who own clubs. The Argentine star has purchased all the shares of the Catalan team UE Cornellà, which competes in the Spanish Third Division.
Lionel Messi, who plays for Inter Miami in MLS, has joined the ranks of footballers who own clubs.
PURCHASED ALL SHARES The Argentine superstar has purchased all shares of the Catalan team UE Cornellà, which competes in Spain's 3rd League.
The club's statement said, "This move strengthens Messi's close ties with Barcelona and his commitment to developing sports and local talent in Catalonia; this connection is based on his years at FC Barcelona and has been maintained since then."
The statement noted that a new era in the club's history has begun, emphasizing that this process aims to promote both sporting and institutional growth, strengthen foundations, and invest in talent.
COMPETING FOR PROMOTION TO THE 2ND LEAGUE Cornella, competing for promotion to the 2nd League, is in 3rd place with 55 points in the 30th week of the league.
The football team of the city of Cornellà de Llobregat, founded in 1951, introduced Jordi Alba, who was also Messi's teammate, to world football.
Messi and Jordi Alba